New England Section PGA, Professional Grant Application (2023)

History & Mission

PGA REACH New England, the non-profit foundation of the New England Section PGA was established in 2016 with the mission of impacting lives through golf. PGA REACH New England is dedicated to positively impacting the lives of diverse populations, military and youth. This 501c (3) non-profit portion of the Section will continually work to promote the game and improve the lives of thousands each year through the creation and utilization of golf programming that supports education, health and wellness, and player development

Grant Submission

The Committee will accept Grant Applications through a rolling process, affording NEPGA Professionals more opportunity to create and implement programs throughout the golfing season.

NEPGA Professionals in good-standing may apply for grants in consecutive years, but may not receive a grant more than two times. Grant awards will be used solely to run said program and no one individual is to profit from the grant. Grants may be awarded up to $2,500 each application.

The foundation does not fund endowment campaigns, religious or political activities.

Grant Submission

The Committee will accept Grant Applications through a rolling process, affording NEPGA Professionals more opportunity to create and implement programs throughout the golfing season.

NEPGA Professionals in good-standing may apply for grants in consecutive years, but may not receive a grant more than two times. Grant awards will be used solely to run said program and no one individual is to profit from the grant. Grants may be awarded up to $2,500 each application.

The foundation does not fund endowment campaigns, religious or political activities.

Conditions of Acceptance

There are several mandatory criteria any entity, program, or individual accepting a Grant from PGA REACH New England must satisfy. Our foundation is proud to help grow the sport of golf through New England Members and Associates, but to ensure the future success of the foundation, the below requirements by Board of Directors must be met.

Failure to meet any of these requests will result in forfeiture of any and all funds received. Should the accepting organization or individual fail to meet the below criteria prior to the end of the season of issuance, the foundation will submit an invoice for the full monetary amount to the accepting party(s).

New England PGA Professionals who submit an application and are approved by the Committee, are eligible to receive grant funding up to $2,500 per year.

Branding Requirements

The PGA REACH New England logo should be displayed in conjunction with any and all marketing materials used to promote the program. Phrases like “Supported by” and “Partnering With” are examples of tag lines to be used alongside the foundation logo.
Should the accepting organization or individual have other supporting partners, we must be made aware of those relationships prior to grant award. Co-branding the PGA REACH New England logo with other entities is permitted, but needs to be cleared with foundation representatives to ensure that the foundation image is held in accordance to the standards set by the New England Section PGA, the PGA of America, and the NEPGA Membership.

Media Requirements

~ Provide a minimum of (10) high resolution photographs for use promoting the foundation and its programs.
~ Provide a minimum of (2) video segments. Segments should be no shorter than 15 seconds and no longer than 60 seconds. Use of a mobile device to provide video is acceptable but the device must be held horizontally for the video to be accepted.
~ Submit (2) written testimonials from actual program participants.

The accepting entity agrees to utilize social media posts on accepted platforms to promote the program. Our foundation will supply a “Media Release Form” if desired. All forms must be submitted either digitally or physically.

Reporting Requirements

The accepting organization or individual agrees to submit a report outlining, but not limited to, the dates and times the program was held, the target audience, the number of regular participants, any local media exposure, a financial breakdown of the program upon completion, and samples of any marketing materials used.

Name*

First NameLast Name

PGA Member #*

Name of Facility*

Type of Organization*

For ProfitNot for ProfitTax ExemptOther

Program Title*

Program Location*

Program Date(s)*

Funding Amount Requested*

Contact Person*

Contact Email*

Mailing Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Additional PGA Professionals Involved with this program(If applicable):

First NameLast Name

Describe the activity or program to be funded. What target group will the program help educate about the game of golf?*

List the benefits expected or derived for those participating in the activity/program.*

List a minimum of three goals for this program.*

How many individuals will be directly served by this program/activity and in what capacity?*

Is this a new program/activity?*

YesNo

If this is NOT a new program, how long has it been in existence? Has it been successful in the past and if so, please provide a brief history.

Please upload a detailed budget for your proposed program.*

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Please add any additional files or information you feel the Committee would benefit from reviewing.

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Signature*

The NEPGA Professional Grant Program