THE UNITED STATES GOLF ASSOCIATION

The United States Golf Association (USGA) has served as the national governing body of golf since its formation in 1894. It is a non-profit organization run by golfers for the benefit of golfers. The USGA remains committed to promoting policies and programs in the best interests of the game.

More than 9,500 private and public golf courses, clubs and facilities make up the USGA. An Executive Committee of 15 volunteers oversees the Association with more than 1,300 volunteers from all parts of the country serving on various USGA committees. A professional staff of approximately 325 directs the Association’s day-to-day functions from Golf House, the USGA’s headquarters in Far Hills, N.J.

In 1975, the Association formed the USGA Members Program to help support the game and the USGA. Today, more than 900,000 golfers around the nation are USGA Members. The USGA acts in cooperation with national, regional and local golf associations in areas of common interest.

The Association also represents the United States and Mexico in relations with other golf associations around the world.

What Does the USGA Do?

• Sponsors programs that benefit everyone who plays the game.
• Writes and interprets the Rules of Golf with The R&A in St. Andrews, Scotland.
• Produces the Rules of Amateur Status.
• Conducts golf’s national championships, including the three Opens and 10 amateur championships.
• Provides a Handicap System so all golfers can compete on an equal basis.
• Maintains equipment standards.
• Funds turfgrass and environmental research.
• Preserves golf’s history within its Museum and Archives.
• Ensures golf’s future through its Grants and Fellowship initiative.

United States Golf Association Golf House 77 Liberty Corner Road Far Hills, NJ 07931

(908) 234-2300 • www.usga.org