The LPGA Foundation Announces 2019 LPGA Leadership Academy Schedule

Four two-day events to be held in Minnesota, Michigan, California and New York

DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., May 21, 2019 – The Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) Foundation, whose mission is to empower, inspire and transform the lives of girls and young women through the game of golf, announced today a four-event LPGA Leadership Academy schedule for 2019.

This year’s schedule will cover the breadth of the entire country with two-day academies taking place in the states of Minnesota, Michigan, California and New York. Each LPGA Leadership Academy will host 40 girls aged from 13-18.

"The 2019 LPGA Leadership Academy schedule is fully funded by donations from our sponsors and The LPGA Foundation, enabling us to offer each two-day academy at no cost to those selected to participate," said Nancy Henderson, President of The LPGA Foundation. "We are committed to empowering, inspiring and transforming the lives of girls and young women through the game of golf, and we are very excited about the impact that The LPGA Leadership Academy has already had on those who have participated in the program."

The LPGA Foundation introduced the two-day LPGA Leadership Academy in 2015 to engage teenage girls in golf and provide them with a framework to develop confidence and enhance their communication and leadership skills. Group leadership exercises, expert-led discussions, journaling and interaction with female executives and mentors help girls focus on their individual strengths and leadership style.

The LPGA Leadership Academy uses the game of golf as a platform and learning tool to:

-           Teach girls how to become better decision makers                          

-           Overcome and let go of setbacks

-           Take calculated risks and embrace opportunities

-           Develop skills to accomplish specific goals

-           Play their own game and find their own voice

This is the LPGA Leadership Academy schedule for 2019:

-           Oak Marsh Golf Club in Oakdale, Minnesota from June 18-19, presented by PNC Bank

-           Midland Country Club in Midland, Michigan from June 24-25, presented by Dow Great Lakes Bay Invitational

-           Lake Merced Golf Club in Daly City, California from July 15-16, presented by Acer

-           Westchester Country Club in Rye, New York from August 6-7, presented by various sponsors and also The LPGA Foundation

In addition to attending the Academy, each participant will be eligible to apply for The LPGA Foundation Scholars Program which includes invitations to an LPGA event, mentoring programs and a $5,000 college scholarship. Details about The LPGA Leadership Academy, the 2019 locations and applications for participation can be found on The LPGA Foundation website at http://www.lpga.com/lpga-foundation/lpga-leadership-academy.

About The LPGA Foundation

Established in 1991, The LPGA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) charitable organization committed to empowering and supporting girls and women through developmental and humanitarian golf initiatives.

Key priorities include: LPGA-USGA Girls Golf, The LPGA Leadership Academy, scholarships and the Dolores Hope LPGA Financial Assistance Initiative for those in the golf industry who are experiencing severe hardship. The LPGA Foundation is supported by corporate and private donations, foundation grants and contributions from LPGA members. For more information on how to contribute to The LPGA Foundation, please contact LPGA Headquarters, 100 International Golf Drive, Daytona Beach, FL 32124, or by phone, +1 386-274-6200 and on the web: https://lpgafoundation.org/donate.

About the LPGA

The LPGA is the world’s leading professional golf organization for women. Founded in 1950 and headquartered in Daytona Beach, Fla., the association celebrates a diverse and storied membership with more than 2,300 members representing more than 30 countries. With a vision to inspire, empower, educate and entertain by showcasing the very best of women’s golf, LPGA Tour Professionals compete across the globe, while the Symetra Tour, the official qualifying tour of the LPGA, consistently produces a pipeline of talent ready for the world stage. Additionally, LPGA Teaching and Club Professionals directly impact the game through teaching, coaching and management.

The LPGA demonstrates its dedication to the development of the game through The LPGA Foundation. Since 1991, this charitable organization has been committed to empowering and supporting girls and women through developmental, humanitarian and golf community initiatives, including LPGA*USGA Girls Golf, the LPGA Women’s Network and the LPGA Amateur Golf Association.

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