Sticks for Kids

The program from the Golf Course Builders Association of America (GCBAA) is dedicated to introducing and teaching youth the fundamentals of golf through chipping, putting, club stance, grip, etiquette, and basic rules of the game. The program is centered on the philosophy that every child, regardless of socioeconomic status, should have the opportunity to play golf. Some of the program highlights are:

• Sticks for Kids is an annual program in which park and recreation agencies have the opportunity to apply to receive ten (10) sets of junior golf clubs, access to instruction cards, programming manuals, and ongoing club maintenance.
• Sticks for Kids provides the tools necessary to give kids a hands-on golf learning experience during after-school activities, sports camps, programs,community events, and school physical education programs.
• Sticks for Kids not only teaches golf, it empowers youth to success through the life skills associated with golf; integrity, discipline, sportsmanship,  etiquette, and respect for self, others and the environment.
• Best of all, direct access to a golf course is not required so agencies with or without a golf course can take advantage of the Sticks for Kids program.

2010 Sticks for Kids Program  

NRPA, in partnership with the GCBAA, awarded 100 agenices/organizations the 2010 Sticks for Kids grant. The grantess are taking part in a national initiative to increase participation and create sustainable programming for youth in their communities.

Each grantee will receive an equipment package containing (10) sets of junior golf clubs and access to other program resources.

For additional questions please contact Colleen Pittard Telephone: 703.858.4741 Email: cpittard@nrpa.org