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PGPA Partners with Charity Golf International: Elevating Fundraising at Golf Events

At Professional Golf Planners of America (PGPA), we believe that charity golf tournaments should be both engaging and highly effective in raising funds for great causes. Whether it’s a corporate-sponsored charity outing, a nonprofit fundraiser, or a community golf event, maximizing donations while creating a memorable experience is the key to a successful event.

That’s why we are thrilled to announce our new partnership with Charity Golf International (CGI), a leader in on-course entertainment and fundraising for charity golf tournaments. Through this collaboration, PGPA will integrate CGI’s long-drive professionals and fundraising expertise into select charity golf events, helping to increase donor engagement, boost funds raised, and enhance the overall experience for players and sponsors.

How Charity Golf International Transforms Golf Fundraising

Since 2012, Charity Golf International has helped golf events raise over $125 million for charities across North America. Their team of professional long-drive golfers specializes in turning charity golf tournaments into high-energy, high-fundraising events by providing:

  • Exciting On-Course Contests – Long-drive exhibitions, trick shots, and player engagement.
  • Donation-Based Challenges – Opportunities for golfers to participate in longest drive and hole-in-one challenges that benefit the hosting charity.
  • Turnkey Fundraising Solutions – CGI provides a proven model for increasing donations, helping charities raise 2-3 times more than traditional golf fundraising methods.

By integrating CGI’s expertise into PGPA-hosted charity golf outings, we are able to provide an unmatched fundraising experience that maximizes donations while keeping players engaged and entertained.

What Makes CGI’s Fundraising Model So Effective?

1. Long-Drive Challenges for Maximum Impact

CGI’s professional long-drive golfers are not only some of the best in the world, but they also know how to entertain and engage players in a way that increases donations.

Here’s how it works:

  • CGI pros launch 400+ yard drives at select par-5 holes, wowing players and spectators.
  • Golfers can donate for the chance to play from the pro’s drive—giving them a unique advantage while supporting the charity.
  • The more players donate, the more money goes directly to the charity, often raising thousands of dollars in a single event.

2. No-Risk, High-Reward Fundraising Model

One of the best parts of this partnership is that there’s no financial risk to the event organizers. CGI’s fundraising model ensures that:

  • There are no upfront costs to the hosting charity or tournament.
  • A portion of the donations goes directly to the hosting nonprofit.
  • Events often see 2-3 times more fundraising revenue compared to traditional charity golf tournaments.

This means more money raised for important causes without putting pressure on tournament organizers.

3. Unforgettable Golf Experiences for Players & Sponsors

Golfers love CGI’s exciting contests and interactive fundraising elements. These experiences make charity tournaments:

  • More engaging for players—adding a fun, competitive element.
  • More valuable for sponsors—giving them premium branding opportunities at high-traffic contest holes.
  • More successful for charities—ensuring increased fundraising with minimal extra effort.

With PGPA’s expertise in tournament management and CGI’s proven fundraising solutions, this partnership is set to elevate charity golf events to a whole new level.

Why PGPA Partnered with Charity Golf International

At PGPA, our mission is to create exceptional golf events that serve a purpose. By partnering with Charity Golf International, we can help nonprofits, businesses, and communities host charity golf outings that not only bring people together but also generate more funds than ever before.Through this partnership, we are excited to:
Offer professional long-drive fundraising experiences at select PGPA charity tournaments.
Enhance engagement and donations through CGI’s innovative event structure.
Help charities maximize their fundraising potential while delivering a premium golf event.