PGA REACH Southern Texas November Recap

Ximena Davila • November 26, 2024

PGA of America REACH Foundation Southern Texas is a 501(c)3 organization focused on impacting lives and communities through the transformative power of golf. Best known as PGA REACH Southern Texas, the Foundation was formed in 1994 and annually impacts thousands of individuals.


Our Foundation stands on four pillars: junior golf, college scholarships, PGA HOPE, & employment opportunities. By focusing on these pillars, PGA REACH Southern Texas strives to uplift, inspire, and empower individuals to reach their full potential.

PGA HOPE

PGA HOPE IN THE NEWS!

PGA HOPE and Kingwood Golf Professional help change Veterans' lives through the game of golf!

Jonathan Shoffner started a Veterans Cup golf event as part of PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), which provides Veterans access to golf.


WATCH THE FULL SEGMENT HERE
SUPPORT PGA HOPE!


Join us in supporting PGA HOPE through the National HOPE 4 Heroes campaign from now until December 31! Your contributions will directly benefit local PGA HOPE programs in Southern Texas, helping us honor and support our Veteran community.


Through the power of golf and the dedication of PGA Members, PGA HOPE is transforming the lives of Veterans and Active Duty Service Members. In 2024, we are proud to impact over 700 lives in Southern Texas and aim to reach even more in the coming year with your support.


Help us continue transforming lives - donate today at the link below!

SUPPORT PGA HOPE HERE

EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

WELCOME PEYTON SNOW!

The STPGA would like to welcome our new Communications Coordinator, Peyton Snow. She is originally from Arizona and just came off an internship with the AJGA. She worked with the Junior President's Cup and President's Cup in Canada prior to moving to Texas. She started with us on November 11th and we are excited to have her on our team!


To learn more about her, click below!

STAFF SPOTLIGHT: PEYTON SNOW

JUNIOR GOLF

FIRST DICK HARMON GRANT APPLICATION PERIOD OF 2025 IS OFFICIALLY OPEN!

The goal of the STPGA is to introduce our area's youngsters to the challenges and rewards of golf. Started by the Harmon Family in honor of Dick Harmon, PGA REACH Southern Texas has created the Dick Harmon Participation Grant program to help provide top-flight golf opportunities to young men and women regardless of financial resources. 


To apply and learn more click below!

DICK HARMON GRANT INFORMATION

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

THANK YOU TO THE GARY PATTERSON MEMORIAL FOUNDATION!

A heartfelt thank you to the Gary Patterson Memorial Foundation for their unwavering dedication to honoring Gary's legacy by supporting college scholarships. This year’s fundraising event was a resounding success, raising an incredible $40,000 to empower young adults in pursuing their academic goals and achieving their dreams. Their passion and commitment continue to make a lasting impact—changing lives and keeping Gary’s memory alive in the most meaningful way.


College Scholarship applications will open in early January 2025! Click below to learn more.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

GENERAL UPDATES

CONGRATULATIONS SCOTT!


The STPGA wants to congratulate Scott Archer, PGA for completing the TCS New York City Marathon in stride!


This accomplishment was more than just running a marathon, it was about impacting lives.


To read about Scott’s ‘why’s’ click the link below!

READ MORE ABOUT SCOTT'S JOURNEY HERE

If you are interested in becoming involved in our Foundation and helping grow our mission of impacting lives through golf, please contact Ximena Davila our Foundation Coordinator - xdavila@pgahq.com

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