PGA REACH Southern Texas September Recap

Ximena Davila

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.

COLLEGE SCHOLARSHIPS

PGA REACH SOUTHERN TEXAS AND CHARLIE EPPS CONTINUE IMPACTING LIVES THROUGH GOLF!

On September 23rd, PGA REACH Southern Texas, in collaboration with PGA Life Member Charlie Epps, proudly hosted the 4th Annual Golf Club of Houston Invitational, raising a groundbreaking $88,000 to benefit the Charlie Epps Scholarship and the STPGA Junior Golf Program. This year's event not only doubled the amount raised in 2023 but also set a new benchmark for future fundraising efforts.



If you would like to read more about the event click below.

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PGA HOPE

INAUGURAL STPGA HOPE CUP A RESOUNDING SUCCESS

The STPGA proudly hosted the inaugural STPGA HOPE Cup on Saturday, September 14, 2024, at the prestigious Clubs of Kingwood - Lake Course. This groundbreaking event celebrated PGA HOPE Southern Texas graduates, offering a day of camaraderie, competition, and community for Veterans and their families.



If you would like to read more about the STPGA HOPE Cup click below.

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EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES

STPGA INTERNS 'WHERE ARE THEY NOW?' - MATT WIEBELHAUS

We bet you miss seeing the friendly faces of past interns out on the course. Which is why we are excited to bring you our new "Where Are They Now?" spotlight on past interns.


Matt was our 2022 Tournament Operations intern and now works as the Men's Hospitality Manager at Western Golf and C.C. in Redford, MI.

CATCH UP WITH MATT WIEBELHAUS
JOIN OUR TEAM!

Applications for our Spring Internships are NOW OPEN!

The Southern Texas PGA is looking for Tournament Operations and Digital Media Interns for the 2025 Spring season.



If would like to learn more about our internships, click below!

SPRING INTERNSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

JUNIOR GOLF

RECORD BREAKING MEMBERSHIP MILESTONE!

The STPGA Junior Golf program has reached a record 4,690 members, the most in its history!



This milestone highlights the growing passion for golf in Southern Texas and the STPGA’s commitment to supporting golfers of all levels.

INSPERITY INVITATIONAL JUNIOR PRO-AM ANNOUNCES 2025 QUALIFICATIONS

The Southern Texas PGA is thrilled to announce its ongoing partnership with the Insperity Invitational presented by UnitedHealthcare and the Junior Pro-Am. On Tuesday, April 29, 2025, 36 STPGA Junior Golfers will have the opportunity to play 9 holes with a PGA TOUR Champions professional, providing them with an unforgettable experience. 2025 will mark the 19th year that STPGA Junior Golfers will earn an exemption into this great event at The Woodlands Country Club—Tournament Course.



To learn more about the qualifications, click the button below.

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GOOD LUCK AT DCP REGIONALS!

Good luck to each of our 27 STPGA Junior Golfers competing at the DCP Regional Qualifier this upcoming weekend at Fields Ranch at PGA Frisco! 


We wish you the best!

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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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