named programs · 2 · from sources
What they call their work
Honoring Champions and Contributors
Annual recognition program celebrating outstanding achievements in golf, including players, writers, and other key figures in the sport
Promoting Golf Journalism
Initiatives to support and elevate golf journalism through awards, networking, and professional development opportunities
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Golf Caddie and Junior Scholarships 1 activity
- Funds scholarships for young people in the New York metropolitan areaProvides financial support through scholarship programs that have impacted thousands of young men and women, particularly in connection with caddie development and golf journalism.
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Industry and Community Recognition Awards 1 activity
- Hosts annual National Awards Dinner to raise funds and recognize excellence in golfOrganizes a flagship annual event that raises millions of dollars for caddie scholarships, the MGA Foundation, the Dave Marr Memorial Journalism Scholarship, and other golf-related charitable causes, while honoring champions and contributors to the sport.
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Organized Member Social Events 1 activity
- Organizes member outings at prominent golf clubsHosts regular events for members at notable Metropolitan Golf Association (MGA) clubs, beginning with the Wimpfheimer Cup at Sunningdale Country Club, to foster community and engagement.
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Recognition and Awards Programs 1 activity
- Presents awards honoring individuals and organizations in golfRecognizes career achievements and exemplary service in golf through a suite of annual awards, including the Gold Tee Award, Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award, Lincoln Werden Golf Journalism Award, Bing Crosby Tournament Sponsor Award, Mary Bea Porter Award, Winnie Palmer Award, Club of the Year, Family of the Year, and Dave Anderson Spotlight Award.
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Podcast and Radio Production 1 activity
- Produces journalistic content and podcast programming about golfCreates and distributes media content, including a podcast featuring interviews with members and golf clubs, to promote golf journalism and engage the golf community.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$121K
Contributions & grants$91K75%
Program service revenue$46K38%
Investment income$00%
Other revenue$-16K
expenses
Total expenses$105K
Program expenses98%
Admin / overhead2%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$45K
Largest expense lineProfessional Fees
balance sheet
Total assets$41K
Cash$29K
Investments$0
Liabilities$900
Net assets$40K
Liquid reserves3.3 mo
4 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +5.8%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 19
- ANN LIGUORI — DIRECTOR
- BILL METH — DIRECTOR
- BILL PENNINGTON — DIRECTOR
- BRIAN CROWELL — PRESIDENT
- BRUCE BECK — DIRECTOR
- CHUCK STOGEL — DIRECTOR
- DAMON HACK — VICE-PRESIDENT
- DANIEL M BERGER — DIRECTOR
- DAVE DONELSON — TREASURER
- HANK GOLA — VICE-PRESIDENT
- I MARTIN DAVIS — DIRECTOR
- JIMMY ROBERTS — DIRECTOR
- JOHN PAUL NEWPORT — DIRECTOR
- LORI ANN CERULLO — DIRECTOR
- MARK CANNIZZARO — VICE-PRESIDENT
- PATRICIA S NORTON — DIRECTOR
- PATRICK DONNELLY — DIRECTOR
- PETE KOWALSKI — DIRECTOR
- PETER MORRICE — DIRECTOR
relationships · 23
Who they work with
- Apple Podcasts Partner — Platform where the MGWA Podcast is available.
- Baltusrol Golf Club Partner — Recognized as the first Club of the Year by the MGWA.
- Dave Marr Memorial Journalism Scholarship Partner — Beneficiary of MGWA contributions from the National Awards Dinner.
- Instagram Partner — Platform used for social media engagement by the MGWA.
- Ladies Professional Golf Association Partner — Recipient of the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award
- LinkedIn Partner — Platform used for professional networking and outreach by the MGWA.
- MGA Foundation Partner — Recipient of funding raised through the MGWA National Awards Dinner.
- MGWA Podcast Partner — Features interviews with MGWA members and conversations with host clubs.
- Metropolitan Golf Association Partner — Recipient of the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award
- Metropolitan PGA Partner — Recipient of the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award
- Mountain Ridge Country Club Partner — Host venue for the 2026 National Awards Dinner.
- New Jersey PGA Partner — Recipient of the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award
- PGA of America Government — Recipient of the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award
- Spotify Partner — Hosts the MGWA's podcast content.
- Spotify Partner — Platform where the MGWA Podcast is available.
- Sunningdale Country Club Partner — Hosted the inaugural Wimpfheimer Cup for MGWA member outings.
- United States Golf Association Government — Recipient of the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award
- Westchester Country Club Partner — Hosted the first outdoor National Awards Dinner.
- Winged Foot Golf Club Partner — Hosted the post-pandemic return of the National Awards Dinner in 2021.
- Women’s Metropolitan Golf Association Partner — Recipient of the Paul Dillon Distinguished Service Award
- X Partner — Platform used for social media engagement by the MGWA.
- YouTube Partner — Hosts video content produced by the MGWA.
- YouTube Partner — Platform where the MGWA Podcast is available and latest episodes are watched.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Honors-Based Fundraising and Recognitionmethodology: honors-based_fundraisingBy celebrating influential figures and humanitarian contributions in golf through annual awards dinners and public recognition, the organization generates fundraising and strengthens community engagement, because recognition motivates participation and reinforces cultural values of service and excellence.
- Media-Driven Community Engagementmethodology: media-engagementBy leveraging journalism, podcasting, and media platforms, the organization elevates the profile of golf and strengthens relationships within the golf community, because shared narratives and member visibility foster deeper engagement and influence.
- Non-Physical Membership Modelmethodology: club_without_real_estateBy operating as a membership organization without real estate ("club without real estate"), the organization reduces overhead and increases flexibility to connect members through shared interest in golf journalism and culture, because a decentralized, mission-focused structure enhances accessibility and inclusivity.