Awards total $24,500 for local outreach, including media promotions and economic impact study
Lawrence, Kan. (May 31, 2016) – Five Ohio golf course superintendents associations have combined resources to create a local television program to air on the Fox One Ohio network this summer, and the Golf Course Superintendents Association (GCSA) of Cape Cod will conduct a golf economic impact study through the University of Massachusetts at Dartmouth.
These efforts are among 17 to be funded through the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) Chapter Outreach Grant Program, which will award $24,500 in 2016 for outreach programs that promote the superintendent profession in the community.
Other new initiatives include the Minnesota GCSA’s intention to buy high-traffic billboard space during the week of the Ryder Cup event at Hazeltine National Golf Club in September, and the Central New York CGSA’s plans to help build a putting green that will serve The First Tee of Syracuse program.
“I was looking for a new way to reach golfers and tell them who superintendents are and what they do,” said Propel Solutions Executive Director Brian Laurent, who worked to put the Ohio television show together. “The station was interested, and we were able to get it done to air on Sundays through October, with the support of GCSAA.”
The five Ohio chapters joining forces for the production are Central Ohio GCSA, Greater Cincinnati GCSA, Miami Valley GCSA, Northern Ohio GCSA and Northwest Ohio GCSA.
“The Chapter Outreach Grant Program strengthens GCSAA’s ties to the local community through our chapter affiliates,” said Rhett Evans, chief executive officer for GCSAA. “We are especially thrilled that so many chapters understand our need to reach beyond our walls to make a difference.”
Other chapters receiving funds are the Florida West Coast GCSA, Georgia GCSA, Kentuckiana GCSA, Michigan GCSA, Midwest Association of GCS, Northeastern GCSA, Rhode Island GCSA, San Diego GCSA and Virginia GCSA.
GCSAA has 98 affiliated chapters across North America.
About GCSAA and the EIFG
The Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA) is a leading golf organization in the United States. Its focus is on golf course management, and since 1926 GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the U.S. and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to nearly 18,000 members in more than 78 countries. The association’s mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Visit GCSAA at www.gcsaa.org or find us on Facebook or Twitter.
The Environmental Institute for Golf is the philanthropic organization of the GCSAA. Its mission is to foster sustainability through research, awareness, education, programs and scholarships for the benefit of golf course management professionals, golf facilities and the game. Visit EIFG at www.eifg.org. or find us on Facebook or Twitter.
Contact:
Craig Smith, Director, Communications and Media Relations
Phone: 800-472-7878, ext. 4431 or 785-691-9197 (cell)
csmith@gcsaa.org
