World Golf Foundation Inc
World Golf Foundation Inc is a public charity based in Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida. Its mission is to unite the golf industry around initiatives that grow the game and expand access worldwide while preserving golf’s traditions. Its work includes industry-wide initiatives and grant support for organizations working to increase participation and inclusion in golf.
World Golf Foundation Inc at a glance
In short: World Golf Foundation Inc gave $485K across 38 grants in 2024 (avg $13K), top state California. Source: 2024 IRS Form 990.
- Annual giving (2024)
- $485,000
- -7.6% vs 2023
- Grants made (2024)
- 38
- +15.2% vs 2023
- Average grant
- $12,763
- -19.8% vs 2023
- Median grant
- $10,000
- Total assets
- $9,141,095
- -51.6% vs 2023
- Primary geography
- California (14% of itemized 2024 grant dollars)
- Latest 990 filing
- Form 990, 2024 View filing
Data from IRS Form 990, 2024; updated September 2026.
How to apply to World Golf Foundation Inc
- Contact
Mailing address: 1 Pga Tour Blvd, Ponte Vedra Beach, FL 32082
Phone: (904) 940-4000
Website: https://worldgolffoundation.org
Application details from Grantable's research on the foundation's public materials; confirm on its website before applying.
Who World Golf Foundation Inc funds
How this funder distributes its grants
Top Recipients
Top 10 recipients in 2024
The largest 2024 recipient was A Perfect Swing Foundation ($25K). Together the top 10 received $205K.
Grant Size Distribution
125 grants across all recorded years
The most common grant size was under $50K: 123 grants of 125 (98%).
Geographic Focus
Where this funder awards grants
The 2024 grant dollars were distributed across recipient states, with the largest reported shares going to California (14%), Alabama (12%), Florida (8%), Illinois (8%) and Georgia (7%).
Grant Distribution by State
Share of 2024 grant dollars across all 38 itemized grants.
States
Cities
How World Golf Foundation Inc gives
Estimate from itemized grant lists in IRS Form 990 filings (2024). Recipient names are matched across years, so a renamed or misspelled grantee can look new; grants to individuals are left out. Methodology.
Giving History
Giving Over Time
Total grant dollars and number of grants per year
From 2020 to 2024, annual grant giving ranged from $77K (2021) to $69.2M (2020). In 2024 it made 38 grants totaling $485K.
Grants by year
Grant recipients and amounts by year
| Recipient | Purpose | Amount |
|---|---|---|
| A Perfect Swing Foundation Charlotte, NC | General Support | $25,000 |
| Black College Golf Coaches Association Foundation Vestavia, AL | General Support | $25,000 |
| Greenway Foundation Inc Oakland, CA | General Support | $25,000 |
| I AM a Golfer Foundation Dallas, TX | General Support | $25,000 |
| Latina Golfers Association Foundation Los Angeles, CA | General Support | $25,000 |
| Par Excellence Youth Development Huntsville, AL | General Support | $25,000 |
| Women in Golf Foundation Inc Atlanta, GA | General Support | $25,000 |
| Adaptive Golf Experience Inc Beaufort, SC | General Support | $10,000 |
| CitySwing Foundation Inc Washington, DC | General Support | $10,000 |
| Detroit Public Schools Community District Detroit, MI | General Support | $10,000 |
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Financial History
Multi-year comparison from IRS filings
The 2024 filing also reported a loss on disposal of assets of $8,329,135.
| Filing year | Total Assets | Revenue | Expenses | Grants paid | Grants | Net Investment Income |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | $9,141,095 | $-3,259,947 | $6,788,017 | $485,000 | 38 | $-7,621,152 |
| 2023 | $18,876,644 | $10,867,139 | $9,945,264 | $525,000 | 33 | $358,303 |
| 2022 | $18,735,829 | $16,141,642 | $12,159,093 | $667,500 | 42 | $46,048 |
| 2021 | $17,767,849 | $15,866,157 | $12,079,718 | $77,000 | 10 | $75,031 |
| 2020 | $15,762,400 | $15,410,319 | $77,912,920 | $69,211,332 | 2 | $40,430 |
Research compiled by Grantable AI from public sources. Last updated September 2026.
Mission & Focus Areas
The Foundation’s stated mission is to promote golf’s growth and access worldwide while preserving and passing on the game’s traditional values. Through the American Golf Industry Coalition, it works on initiatives to increase participation and retention, build interest in the game, and promote sustainable practices for golf facilities. The Coalition also supports efforts to diversify golf and advance environmental and sustainability initiatives.
The Coalition’s Grassroots Grants Program supports 501(c)(3) charitable organizations or programs dedicated to increasing golf participation among underrepresented groups. The groups named by the program include Black, Latinx, Asian, Pacific Islander and Indigenous communities; women; LGBTQ+ individuals; veterans; and people with disabilities.
The 2024 grants included organizations whose own missions describe work in several areas. For example, I Am a Golfer Foundation says it promotes community renewal in south Dallas through the historic Cedar Crest Golf Course; Black College Golf Coaches Association Foundation says it supports HBCU golf programs, students and coaches; and Women in Golf Foundation says it creates opportunities for females through golf and leadership programs. Other grantees describe work in scholarships, underserved youth services, adaptive recreation and support for injured veterans.
Grantmaking
In 2024, the Foundation reported 38 grants totaling $485,000. Grants ranged from $10,000 to $25,000, with a median of $10,000. The largest awards included $25,000 each to A Perfect Swing Foundation, Black College Golf Coaches Association Foundation, Greenway Foundation, I Am a Golfer Foundation, Latina Golfers Association Foundation, Par Excellence Youth Development and Women in Golf Foundation. The stated purpose for each was general support.
Other 2024 awards included $10,000 to Adaptive Golf Experience, CitySwing Foundation, Detroit Public Schools Community District, Equal Play Inspiring Confidence for Girls and Excel Youth Academy.
Leadership & Key People
Leadership team and compensation from IRS filings
The 2024 filing listed Gregory T. McLaughlin as President/CEO; Diane Tetsworth as Secretary; and Michael Whan as Director/Treasurer. Jay Monahan was listed as Director/Chairman. Other directors listed were Seth Waugh, Mollie Marcoux Samaan and Martin Slumbers, who was listed through September 25. Herb Cain was listed as Facilities Director through June 30, and Andrew Yeast and Jess Munroe were listed as senior directors.
World Golf Foundation Inc is led by Gregory T. McLaughlin, President & CEO since 2024 (on filings since 2020); 5 of 14 officers listed in 2024 are compensated.
Officers on the 2024 filing
Gregory T. McLaughlin
President & CEO
President & Chief Executive Officer → President & CEO, 2024
On filings since 2020
20 hrs/week
$244K (2020) → $398K (2024)
Jay Monahan
Director & Chairman
Chairman → Director & Chairman, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Herb Cain
Facilities Director
On filings since 2022
40 hrs/week
$111K (2022) → $191K (2024)
Andrew Yeast
Senior Director & Industry Engagement
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$102K (2023) → $122K (2024)
Jess Munroe
Senior Director & Guest Services Ops
On filings since 2023
40 hrs/week
$94K (2023) → $118K (2024)
E. William Jones Jr.
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Keith Pelley
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Martin Slumbers
Director
Treasurer → Director, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Michael P. Whan
Director & Treasurer
Director → Director & Treasurer, 2024
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Seth Waugh
Director
On filings since 2020
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Mollie Marcoux Samaan
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Rhett Evans
Director
On filings since 2022
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Guy Kinnings
Director
New on the 2024 filing
1 hr/week
No compensation reported
Diane M. Tetsworth
Secretary
On filings since 2020
10 hrs/week
$64K (2020) → $62K (2024)
Former officers (8)
- Former: Jason Garrow (2022) — Vice President of Business Development
- Former: Michael Davis (2020–2021) — Director
- Former: Blanton Jones (2020) — Vice President & Advancement - First Tee
- Former: Guy T. Garbarino (2020) — Vice President Advancement - First Tee
- Former: Jennifer K. Weiler (2020) — Senior Vice President Network Rel - First Tee
- Former: Kelvin Williams (2020) — Senior Vice President Bus Ops - First Tee
- Former: Rob Neal (2020) — Senior Director Network Dev-First Tee
- Former: Stephen F. Mona (2020) — Executive Director We Are Golf
Data from IRS Form 990 filings, 2020–2024. "On filings since" is the earliest filing we hold that lists the person; hours are average hours per week as reported.
Compensation Overview
From 2024 IRS filing
The highest reported compensation on the 2024 filing was $398K, to Gregory T McLaughlin (President/CEO). 5 officers or directors reported compensation on that filing.
Frequently asked questions about World Golf Foundation Inc
How much does World Golf Foundation Inc give each year?
World Golf Foundation Inc gave $485K across 38 grants in 2024, according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. In 2023 it gave $525K across 33 grants.
What is World Golf Foundation Inc's typical grant size?
World Golf Foundation Inc's median grant in 2024 was $10,000, and its average grant was $12,763, across 38 grants on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Where does World Golf Foundation Inc give grants?
World Golf Foundation Inc's top state is California, with 14% of the grant dollars itemized on its 2024 IRS Form 990. The next largest states were Alabama (12%) and Florida (8%). The most frequent recipient cities were Atlanta, GA (2 grants), Washington, DC (2 grants), Detroit, MI (2 grants) and Omaha, NE (2 grants).
Does World Golf Foundation Inc give general operating support?
Yes: 100% of World Golf Foundation Inc's 2024 grants with a stated purpose (38 of 38) were for general or operating support, per its 2024 IRS Form 990.
Who are World Golf Foundation Inc's largest grantees?
World Golf Foundation Inc's largest 2024 grantees include A Perfect Swing Foundation ($25,000), Black College Golf Coaches Association Foundation ($25,000) and Greenway Foundation Inc ($25,000), according to its 2024 IRS Form 990. Together they received 15% of its itemized 2024 grant dollars.
How large is World Golf Foundation Inc?
World Golf Foundation Inc reported $9.1M in total assets on its 2024 IRS Form 990.
What does World Golf Foundation Inc fund?
The Foundation’s stated mission is to promote golf’s growth and access worldwide while preserving and passing on the game’s traditional values. See mission & focus areas ↑
How do I apply for a grant from World Golf Foundation Inc?
World Golf Foundation Inc has no public application process in the sources Grantable reviewed. Check worldgolffoundation.org for current guidelines, or contact the foundation directly before submitting a request.
What is World Golf Foundation Inc's EIN?
World Golf Foundation Inc's EIN (Employer Identification Number) is 59-2998925. IRS Form 990 filing data is available on this page for 2020–2024.
Data last updated September 2026. Sourced from IRS Form 990 filings. Research dossier generated September 2026.
Data update history
(6)
When this profile's IRS filing data changed on Grantable
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2020 (received by the IRS November 12, 2021)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2021 (received by the IRS November 15, 2022)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2022 (received by the IRS November 13, 2023)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2023 (received by the IRS November 6, 2024)
- Updated Form 990 for fiscal year 2024 (received by the IRS November 6, 2025)
- IRS filings on file for fiscal years 2020–2024
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