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About LPGA-USGA Girls Golf
LPGA-USGA Girls Golf (Girls Golf) was formed to connect girls, ages 7 to 17, with the game of golf. A developmental junior golf program and the only national initiative of its kind, Girls Golf presents an opportunity for girls to make lasting friendships, gain self-confidence, learn to compete and have fun, while fostering a lifetime of enjoyment for the game.
Girls Golf is administered through a partnership between The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Foundation and the United States Golf Association (USGA). The Girls Golf program is modeled after the LPGA Girls Golf Club, which was established in 1989 in Phoenix by LPGA Teaching and Club Professional Division member, Sandy LaBauve. The program became an initiative of the LPGA in 1994, and in January of 2002, the LPGA and the USGA launched a cooperative effort through an expanded partnership to further promote and grow girls' golf and its future.
About The LPGA Foundation
The LPGA Foundation was established in 1991 in order to provide a vehicle for those wishing to donate to the charitable efforts of the LPGA. The charitable arm of the organization, The LPGA Foundation is dedicated to promoting interest and participation in the game of golf through nationwide golf initiatives for youth, scholarship and education programs and financial assistance opportunities.
About the United States Golf Association
The USGA has served as the national governing body of golf since it was founded in 1894. By conducting 13 national championships each year, writing and interpreting the Rules of golf, and funding turf grass and course maintenance practice research, and supporting grassroots programs through its "For the Good of the Game" Grants Initiative, the USGA fulfills its primary mission of promoting and conserving the best interests and true spirit of the game. Since 1997, the USGA has awarded nearly $60 million to organizations that bring golf to those who might not otherwise have the opportunity to learn.
About Women's Texas Golf Association
The Women’s Texas Golf Association (WTGA) was founded in 1916 and has since grown to include over 430 members. The diverse membership includes private, semi-private and public golf courses, their women’s golf associations and individuals. Our mission is to encourage and support women's golf throughout the state of Texas. The volunteer board promotes the playing of the game through tournament administration, rules and handicap education, amateur status, junior golf and course rating.
Junior Initiative Support through the Winners’ Program, a golf and grades initiative of the WTGA in partnership with the LPGA and USGA Girls Golf Texas Chapters. The Program will benefit youth (ages 7-17) in our Texas communities as well as further promote and grow girls' golf and its future. The WTGA is working with 6 sites in Texas offering a grades incentive, donations for operations, computer giveaways, and WTGA conducted play days.
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