At LPGA Amateurs, we are driven by a powerful vision: to enrich the lives of women through the game of golf. The Women on Par Grant serves as a vital instrument in advancing the vision—empowering Chapters to design and implement impactful programs within their local communities. These initiatives aim to uplift and support women, helping them get 'on par' by harnessing the personal and professional growth opportunities that golf uniquely provides.
In 2025, a total of $5,000 will be awarded to one or more Chapters that propose programming to help women who are not LPGA Amateurs members get “on par” through the benefits the game of golf can provide. A selection committee will carefully review all applications and determine which Chapter(s) will receive funding.
Applications will open for LPGA Amateurs Chapters December 1, 2025 and will close January 30, 2026.
Chapters are strongly encouraged to collaborate with a local LPGA Professional whenever possible. If an LPGA Professional is not available in the area, Headquarters will review and approve another teaching professional’s certifications, please reach out to Headquarters at [email protected].
Recommended Educational Program Formats
- LPGA Golf 101
- Business to Golf or similar programs
- Clinics designed to get participants “course ready”
- #InviteHER initiatives
- Grads to Golf programs
Examples
Programs or events may include, but are not limited to:
- LPGA Golf 101 for businesswomen who are new to the game.
- Golf programming for underserved or underrepresented groups of women.
- Programs that support women in male-dominated industries (e.g., STEM, finance, tech) where golf can offer professional networking advantages.
- Initiatives targeting young professionals or college students which support career development and golf participation.
Grant Recipient Benefits
- Funds will be allocated to cover program costs such as:
- Professional instruction fees
- Equipment and supplies
- Facility usage or greens fees
- Non-member participants of the program will receive complimentary LPGA Amateurs membership through December 31 of the program year.
- Chapters may be featured in LPGA Amateurs communications using the required post-program photos and summary submissions.
Application Requirements
Criteria
- Programming must be for individuals 18 years or older
- Programming must be intended for non-LPGA Amateurs members
- Collaborate with a local LPGA Professional whenever possible. If an LPGA Professional is not available in the area, the Chapter can use a Headquarters approved teaching professional.
- Programming should be intended to help women get “on par” through the benefits the game of golf can provide
- Chapter must be up to date with Chapter Minimum Standards
Be prepared to include the following in your application:
- A clear objective and purpose for the proposed program.
- A description of the educational programming will be offered.
- An explanation of why this programming is needed; how will the program help women get “on par” through the benefits of the game in golf and how will it enrich the lives of those who participate.
- The name and contact information of the Golf Professional you plan to work with.
- Will the program be invitation only or open to others in the community?
- A detailed budget breakdown of how funds will be used.
- Indicate whether the Chapter has run this or a similar program previously.
- The Chapter must agree to use the funds within one year of receiving the grant, provide receipts and documentation if requested, and provide details to Headquarters if the funds are used differently than proposed in the application.
