On October 8, the PGA of Ontario completed their 1000 Ball Challenge at Deer Creek Golf Club in Ajax, marking an incredible finish to a summer of fundraising and community support. In just under two hours, the team hit all 1,000 golf balls in celebration of this great initiative.
The funds raised will support the creation and development of a bursary dedicated to empowering PGA of Ontario professionals and fostering the growth of golf across the province. Managed by the PGA of Ontario’s Finance Committee, the bursary will provide financial assistance and educational opportunities to both aspiring and current PGA professionals, helping to enhance their skills, expand their knowledge, and promote inclusivity within the sport.
“We’re so proud of the incredible support from our members and the broader community,” said Melanie van der Hoop, Executive Director of the PGA of Ontario. “Completing the 1000 Ball Challenge was a fun and meaningful way to make a real impact for our members. Through this new bursary, we will be investing directly in their professional growth and development while advancing inclusive recruitment pathways. Our goal is to ensure that golf in Ontario continues to thrive and remains accessible for all – this bursary will be a cornerstone in making that vision a reality.”
Golf Ontario is proud to continue its long-standing relationship with the PGA of Ontario, their staff, board, and members. Together, initiatives like the 1000 Ball Challenge and the Golf For All Fund continue to strengthen the sport and create opportunities for future generations.
A heartful thank-you goes to the members of the PGA of Ontario fundraising team who participated in the Challenge and made the day possible!
Congratulations to the PGA of Ontario on an outstanding accomplishment and their continued commitment to advancing GOLF FOR ALL in Ontario!
There is still time to support PGA of Ontario’s 1000 Ball Challenge fundraiser by donating directly to their page here: http://www.1000ball.ca/t/pga-of-ontario
Donations to the 1000 Ball Challenge closes on October 31st http://www.1000ball.ca/donate
