New England PGA

What New England PGA does

New England PGA (NEPGA) is a regional non-profit professional golf association and one of the original sections of the PGA of America. Firmographics list its founding year as 1916; legal-entity data list 1930 as the incorporation date. It serves PGA-certified golf professionals across six New England states (Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, and Vermont), with secondary program constituencies that include youth golfers (ages 5-17), military veterans and active-duty personnel, and women in golf. Operations run through six state chapters plus Assistants' and Seniors' associations, providing a regional chapter infrastructure that direct national PGA membership cannot substitute for. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors, headquartered at 321 Cross Street, Boylston, Massachusetts, and operates with a staff of 11-50.

NEPGA's product surface spans four pillars: (1) tournament operations including Stroke Play Series, Pro-Am Championships, Pro-Pro Championships, Chapter Championships, State Opens, and Section Point Races; (2) professional education delivered through NEPGA University (NEPGA U), which expanded to a digital platform in late 2025, with Mentor Hub and Specialized PGA Professional Program; (3) the PGA REACH New England charitable foundation focused on youth (Junior Tour, scholarships), military/veterans (PGA HOPE, New England Veteran Series, Clubs for Vets, weekly VA clinics), and diversity/inclusion (Women's Networking Summit/Series, PGA WORKS Fellowship); and (4) the New England Series amateur tour. The technology stack is light and composed of third-party SaaS: BlueGolf for tournament registration and management, Donorbox and Pledgeit for fundraising, Mailchimp for the Friday Forecaddie newsletter, Fore.TV for event coverage, ExpertVoice for PDR education credits, and Issuu for Full Swing magazine archives. There is no proprietary technology platform; the strategic asset is the regional brand, the six-state chapter network, and the integrated event and certification portfolio.

Revenue mechanics are not publicly disclosed. Operating funding is plausibly a mix of member dues, sponsorship contracts (with core partners Rolex, Titleist, FootJoy, Callaway, and PGA TOUR), event registration and pro-am entry fees, and foundation fundraising through the REACH Classic, Birdies 2 Benefit, Lessons For Charity, and the Rounds For REACH auction. NEPGA is a private non-profit controlled regionally by its Board of Directors; the PGA of America functions as a parent federation rather than an equity owner. There are no investors, no funding rounds, no subsidiaries, and no M&A activity in the record.

Name

New England PGA

Legal name

New England PGA

Website

https://nepga.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1930

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

New England PGA is a regional non-profit section of the PGA of America serving golf professionals across six New England states through tournaments, professional education, and the PGA REACH foundation's youth, veteran, and women's programs.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Professional Golf Association Services

NAICS

Spectator Sports (71121), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940)

SIC

Services-Membership Organizations (8600), Services-Miscellaneous Amusement & Recreation (7990)

akta.pro primary industry

Golf Tours & Professional Circuits (MPAKAAAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

Golf Clubs & Tournament-Host Clubs (Professional/Elite Golf Clubs) (MPAKABAE), Golf Courses & Golf Facilities (MPAKAEAD)

Keywords

• Professional golf association
• Golf tournament management
• Golf education programs
• Junior golf development
• Veteran golf programs

Headquarters

HQ city

West Boylston

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Others

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

New England PGA operates as the regional New England Section of the PGA of America, delivering professional golf tournaments (Stroke Play Series, Pro-Am Championships, Chapter Championships, State Opens), PGA professional education and certification pathways (NEPGA University), and charitable foundation programs (PGA REACH New England) including youth development, military veteran programs (PGA HOPE), and diversity/inclusion initiatives. The association serves PGA member professionals across six New England states through local chapter programs and provides the NEPGA Junior Tour for young golfers.

Product overview

New England PGA is a regional professional golf association serving PGA members across six states (CT, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT) through a multi-faceted offering. The organization operates through its core divisions: Tournament Operations (Stroke Play Series, Pro-Am Championships, Chapter Championships), PGA REACH New England Foundation (youth development, military/veteran programs via PGA HOPE, diversity/inclusion), Education (NEPGA University with digital learning platform, mentor hub, specialized PGA Professional Program), and the New England PGA Junior Tour for youth development. The NEPGA Foundation runs fundraising events including the annual REACH Classic and Birdies 2 Benefit. Regional chapters (CC, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT) plus Assistants' and Seniors' associations provide localized programming. The organization also partners with BlueGolf for tournament management and registration.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• PGA REACH New England: The charitable arm of NEPGA focusing on youth, military, and diversity/inclusion programs.
• NEPGA Junior Tour
• NEPGA U
• New England Series

Products and services

• NEPGA University (NEPGA U) Professional education platform for PGA professionals offering classes, mentor hub, specialized PGA Professional Program, and regional education hub. Includes the new NEPGA University Digital Platform for online learning.
• New England Series The Northeast's premiere amateur golf tour providing access to some of the finest private clubs in New England for a series of organized golf events.
• PGA REACH New England Foundation The charitable arm of NEPGA focused on three pillars: youth development, military (PGA HOPE), and diversity/inclusion. Operates programs including scholarships, professional grants, REACH Classic fundraiser, and community impact fund.
• NEPGA Junior Tour Youth golf development program founded to develop young golfers and facilitate outstanding local competitions. Builds confidence, patience, and integrity through the game.
• PGA HOPE Program Golf program for military veterans and active military personnel. Includes the New England Veteran Series, Clubs for Vets Program, and weekly VA clinics.
• NEPGA Tournament Series Comprehensive tournament programming including Stroke Play Series, Pro-Am Championships, Pro-Pro Championships, Chapter Championships, State Opens, and Section Point Races for Player of the Year.
• REACH Classic Annual fundraising tournament for PGA REACH New England supporting veteran programs. Sold-out premier event held at Kirkbrae Country Club.
• Birdies 2 Benefit Annual charity fundraiser supporting NEPGA Foundation programs. 6th annual event scheduled for August 2026 at Andover Country Club.
• Women's Networking Series Networking and professional development series for women in golf, part of diversity and inclusion initiatives under PGA REACH New England.
• PGA WORKS Fellowship Fellowship program designed to diversify the golf industry workforce through career development and mentorship.
• NEPGA Scholarship Program Financial scholarship program for aspiring golf professionals and students in the New England region, operated through the NEPGA Foundation.
• Regional Chapter Programs (CC, MA, ME, NH, RI, VT, Assistants', Seniors') Regional chapter organizations providing local tournament schedules, Pro-Am events, championships, and professional networking for PGA members across Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, Rhode Island, Vermont, plus Assistants' and Seniors' associations.

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration6 records

Partnerships

38 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• PGA TOURcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPGA TOUR is listed as a continued partner supporting New England PGA events including Stroke Play Series and tournaments. The partnership provides official sponsorship recognition and support for regional golf competitions.
• Comparion Insurance AgencyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor for Stroke Play #3 at George Wright Golf Course, providing insurance-related support for the tournament.
• Dunning/Greg Norman/TourneyminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf equipment and apparel sponsor providing tournament support for NEPGA events.
• Bushnell GolfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf equipment sponsor (rangefinders, GPS devices) supporting NEPGA tournament operations.
• COBRA GolfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf equipment manufacturer supporting NEPGA events.
• PrideSportsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf grip products sponsor supporting NEPGA tournament operations.
• AHEADminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf apparel sponsor providing headwear and accessories for NEPGA events.
• Maui JimminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSunglasses sponsor providing eyewear for NEPGA tournament participants.
• 1st Tee NutritionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerNutrition sponsor providing health products for NEPGA event participants.
• SCNS Sports FoodsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSports nutrition sponsor supporting NEPGA tournaments.
• RolexcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerOfficial Time partner and luxury watch sponsor for New England PGA, providing prestige sponsorship recognition.
• ExecuSearchminorGTM or Marketing PartnerExecutive search firm partner providing employment and staffing solutions for golf professionals.
• TitleistcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf equipment sponsor (balls, clubs) supporting Pro-Assistant Championship and other NEPGA events.
• FootJoycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf footwear sponsor supporting NEPGA tournaments and professional development.
• Callaway GolfcoreGTM or Marketing PartnerMajor equipment sponsor supporting RI Chapter events and various NEPGA tournaments through product donations and sponsorship.
• Vineyard VinesminorGTM or Marketing PartnerApparel sponsor supporting Pro-Lady Invitational and NEPGA events.
• La Pulga SpiritsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSpirits sponsor supporting Pro-Lady Invitational and Boston Common Golf Pro-Am events.
• Jolly GolfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf accessories sponsor supporting NEPGA Pro-Lady Invitational.
• Cleveland/SrixonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf equipment sponsor supporting Whitinsville Pro-Am and other NEPGA events.
• Cutter & BuckminorGTM or Marketing PartnerApparel sponsor supporting Whitinsville Pro-Am.
• True LinkswearminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf footwear sponsor supporting Maine Chapter events and Hyannisport Pro-Pro.
• AdidasminorGTM or Marketing PartnerApparel sponsor providing pullovers for Portsmouth Pro-Am participants.
• Club ProphetminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf industry software sponsor running closest to the pin contest at Portsmouth Pro-Am.
• Homestretch GolfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf travel and services sponsor supporting Pro-Am Championship and Acushnet Pro-Assistant Championship.
• Cape AirminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional airline sponsor supporting NEPGA Island Pro-Am at Nantucket, providing travel partnership for island events.
• Maui JimminorGTM or Marketing PartnerSunglasses sponsor supporting Sankaty Head Pro-Am at Nantucket.
• Greatness WinsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerEvent sponsor supporting Sankaty Head Pro-Am.
• Larkin HospitalityminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTitle sponsor for Burlington Country Club Pro Am.
• WilsonminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf equipment sponsor (golf balls) partnering with Cape Cod Chapter for Pro-Lady Championship.
• Gorton & CompanycoreGTM or Marketing PartnerPresenting sponsor of the 2026 REACH Classic at Kirkbrae Country Club. Leading regional accounting and professional services firm supporting the foundation's premier fundraising event.
• Tournament SolutionsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf merchandise supplier supporting REACH Classic as event partner.
• Tito's Handmade VodkaminorGTM or Marketing PartnerCorporate partner supporting REACH Classic and veteran-focused fundraising initiatives.
• Golf Pro PaymentsminorGTM or Marketing PartnerPayment processing sponsor for Pro-Am Championship.
• LinkSoulminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf industry partner supporting Pro-Am Championship.
• Fairways to HeavenminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf services partner supporting Pro-Am Championship.
• Glow Vibe GolfminorGTM or Marketing PartnerGolf products sponsor supporting Pro-Am Championship.
• Golf GarageminorGTM or Marketing PartnerVermont-based golf retailer supporting Vermont Chapter events and Pro-Am Championship.
• Avidia BankminorGTM or Marketing PartnerRegional bank that has made significant donations to the NEPGA Foundation, presenting $20,345.78 gift at 2019 board meeting.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves5 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• United States Golf Association (USGA): National governing body for amateur golf and rules of golf in the U.S. Comparable to NEPGA as a golf governance and tournament-organizing entity, though operating nationally and at the amateur/rules layer rather than the PGA professional layer.
• PGA of America: National governing body and parent organization of New England PGA. Comparable because NEPGA operates as one of its regional sections, mirroring the same professional development, tournament, and education mission at a national scale.
• LPGA: Governing body for women's professional golf with a similar association, tournament, and education mission to NEPGA. Comparable as a peer professional golf association focused on member services, competitive events, and amateur pathway development.

Direct peers

• Southern California PGA: Another large regional PGA of America section serving PGA professionals through tournaments, education, and foundation programs. Directly comparable as a peer section with the same chapter structure, certification role, and member services.
• Florida PGA: Largest regional PGA section in the U.S. Operates the same model of member services, tournament circuit, junior development, and charitable foundation as New England PGA, just at a substantially larger scale in a different region.

Others

• The R&A: Governing body of golf outside the U.S. and co-author of the Rules of Golf. Adjacent peer operating in the same golf-governance and rules-development layer as the parent ecosystem that NEPGA operates within.
• National Golf Foundation: Industry trade association providing research, advocacy, and growth initiatives for the U.S. golf industry. Comparable as an enabling/ecosystem organization supporting golf participation and professional development alongside NEPGA's mission.

Regional players

• Connecticut State Golf Association: State amateur golf association within NEPGA's six-state footprint. Directly comparable as a state-level peer running amateur tournaments, championships, and handicap services in parallel to NEPGA's professional-focused programming.
• Massachusetts Golf Association: State-level amateur golf association operating within NEPGA's territory. Comparable because it also runs tournaments, championships, and member services for golfers in Massachusetts, with a more amateur-focused scope.

Emerging players

• American Junior Golf Association (AJGA): National junior golf development organization running competitive tours for young golfers. Overlaps directly with NEPGA's Junior Tour and youth development mission, serving a similar age cohort but at a national, more tournament-intensive scale.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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M&A

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