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NCGA Foundation Junior Girls Grant Program

The NCGA Foundation Junior Girls Grant Program awards grants of up to $1,000 to support junior girls’ golf programs across Northern California—helping young athletes grow, compete, and thrive.

 

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Closing the Gap in Girls Golf

The NCGA Foundation Junior Girls Grant Program provides financial assistance to eligible junior girls’ golf programs throughout the region. Funding is especially critical at the high school level, where girls’ golf programs often operate with limited resources.

Our grants are designed to supplement existing programs—strengthening access, instruction, and competitive opportunities for young female athletes.

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Building Opportunity Since 2002

Founded in 2002 through the commitment of the Pacific Women’s Golf Association and the Women’s Golf Association of Northern California, the program has grown tremendously.

To date:

  • $600,000+ awarded in grants
  • Hundreds of junior golfers supported
  • Programs strengthened throughout Northern California

This important work is made possible by the generosity of NCGA members and member clubs. Together, we are building a stronger foundation for the future of women’s golf.

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Past NCGA Reach Grant Recipients

Tahoe City Golf Course
Golf Fore Health
Bayview Golf Club
Pebble Beach Junior Golf Association
Modoc High School
First Tee Oakland - Life Skills Classes
Cameron Champ Foundation - Golf Wellness Lounge

Tahoe City Golf Course

Located in Tahoe City, a $25,000 grant will go towards construction of a new on-site practice area specifically for juniors and women. Learn More About Recipient

Golf Fore Health

Based at Haggin Oaks, this Morton Golf program—currently featuring participants ranging in age from 50-80 from the Greater Sacramento region–focuses on rehabilitation through golf. A $2,500 grant will help ensure that no one is turned away. Learn More About Recipient

Bayview Golf Club

Based in Milpitas, a $25,000 grant will go towards the development of a junior after-school ‘Bridge’ program that will make golf instruction more available in the communities of Fremont, East San Jose and Milpitas. Learn More About Recipient

Pebble Beach Junior Golf Association

PBJGA held free Beginner’s Introduction to Golf Clinics with the goal of attracting a diverse group of young children new to golf.  In efforts to attract a more diverse group of potential young golfers, they held free clinics at Laguna Seca Golf Ranch, the Boys and Girls Club of Monterey for three days, Twin Creeks in
Salinas for First Tee Monterey County kids and finally a free clinic at The Hay. Learn More About Recipient

Modoc High School

Modoc High School in Alturas, used $5,000 in grant funds to purchase a golf simulator for students. The simulator is being used daily by students either during P.E. classes, the lunch break or after school. Anytime there is inclement weather, the simulator has also become a haven for the golf team. The simulator has also been incorporated into Math and Science lessons. Even on a simulator, balls fly and bend in flight and their engineering students have been learning about how club speed, angle of the face, materials, shaft flex etc. affect ball flight

First Tee Oakland - Life Skills Classes

Each lesson of the Life Skills Experience program features a life skills component, a golf skills component, and a health component. Students explore various skills every week at the program through golfing games, activities, and small group discussions. Learn More About Recipient

Cameron Champ Foundation - Golf Wellness Lounge

The Cameron Champ Foundation Golf & Wellness Lounge is a dedicated indoor space designed to introduce youth—particularly those from underserved communities—to the game of golf while promoting healthy living, confidence, and educational growth. The facility supports skill development and STEM-based learning while offering dedicated areas for mentorship and mindfulness, reinforcing golf’s role in education, leadership, and personal development. Learn More About Recipient

Eligible Programs

  • Junior girls’ golf programs throughout Northern California
  • High school and community-based programs
  • Programs seeking supplemental funding (not full program funding)

Applicants must disclose all additional funding sources supporting their program.

Application Period

  • Applications Open: April 1
  • Deadline: September 1
  • Review Process: First-come, first-served
  • Awards: Based on available funding

Depending on available funds, programs applying in consecutive years may receive a reduced award.

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Eligible Expenses

Grants may be used for:

  • Golf course and practice range access
  • Golf instruction (maximum $250 per grant)
  • Golf equipment (clubs and SNAG equipment)
  • Transportation to competitions
  • Team uniforms (must specify items)
  • Tournament entry fees

Ineligible Expenses

Grants may not be used for:

  • Administrative costs (printing, postage, newsletters, etc.)
  • Awards or trophies
  • Food and beverage
  • Excursions

How to Apply

  1. Review funding guidelines carefully
  2. Confirm eligibility and supplemental funding sources
  3. Complete the online application before September 1

Grants are awarded while funds remain available

Apply Here
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Help Us Grow the Game

Your contribution helps provide access, instruction, and opportunity for junior girls throughout Northern California.

When you give, you invest in confidence, leadership, and the future of women’s golf.

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Questions?

If you have any questions please contact Susan Merfeld.

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