Tampa, Florida, August 11, 2026 — Women of Color Golf (WOCG) & Girls on the Green Tee (GOTGT) has been selected to receive a 2026 Make Golf Your Thing Grassroots Grant, a nationwide initiative supporting organizations that expand access to golf and create opportunities for individuals from historically underrepresented communities.
Administered by the American Golf Industry Coalition and supported by industry partners, the Make Golf Your Thing Grassroots Grants Program is distributing $500,000 to 69 organizations in 2026. Since launching in 2021, the program has awarded $3.5 million in grants to 200 organizations nationwide.
Women of Color Golf & Girls on the Green Tee, is a community dedicated to empowering women and girls, from diverse communities and countries, and helping them harness the true potential of golf to enrich their lives and wellbeing. The grant will support onsite golf activations, program expansion, equipment purchases, instruction, and transportation to golf facilities (indoor / outdoor).
“We are honored to receive the 2026 Make Golf Your Thing Grassroots Grant. This grant represents more than funding-it represents opportunity. Golf has the power to change lives. This generous support from the Make Golf Your Thing Grassroots Grants Program enables us to reach more women and girls, provide greater access to instruction and equipment, and create opportunities that inspire confidence, leadership, and healthy lifestyles. We are deeply grateful for this investment in our mission and the communities we serve.” said Clemmie Perry, Founder & Executive Director, Women of Color Golf.
The Make Golf Your Thing Grassroots Grants Program supports organizations that use golf to create opportunities, develop life skills and strengthen communities. Recipients represent a wide range of missions, including youth development, education, mentorship, adaptive recreation, workforce readiness, community engagement and Veteran support. Golf participation continues to grow across the United States.
According to the National Golf Foundation, 48.1 million Americans engaged with golf in 2025, representing a 55 percent increase over the past decade. Participation among women, people of color and juniors increased 46 percent, 61 percent and 58 percent, respectively, during that period. Make Golf Your Thing is a movement focused on expanding access to golf and creating opportunities for more people to experience the sport.
Through partnerships and community-based programs, the initiative supports organizations working to make golf more welcoming and accessible. For more information about Women of Color Golf, visit www.womenofcolorgolf.org. For more information about Make Golf Your Thing, visit makegolfyourthing.org.
