As the KPMG Women’s PGA Championship arrives at Hazeltine National Golf Club in June 2026, the spotlight will naturally shine on the world’s best female golfers competing for one of the most prestigious titles in the game. Yet beyond the championship golf, the event is also one of the most impactful charitable initiatives in sports, generating meaningful support for programs that change lives across the country.

The charitable efforts connected to the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship primarily benefit the PGA of America REACH Foundation, PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere), and PGA WORKS. Together, these initiatives focus on expanding opportunities for youth, military veterans, women leaders, and individuals pursuing careers in the golf industry.

PGA REACH: Growing The Game And Changing Lives

The PGA of America REACH Foundation serves as the charitable foundation of the PGA of America. Its mission centers on making golf more accessible and inclusive while using the game as a vehicle for personal growth, health, and opportunity. Funds generated through the 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship help support several of PGA REACH’s flagship programs.

One of the most visible beneficiaries is PGA Jr. League. The program introduces young people to golf in a fun, team-oriented environment where players wear uniforms, compete alongside friends, and learn from PGA of America Golf Professionals. Through the championship’s charitable support, new PGA Jr. League sites are established in host markets, including the Twin Cities. Funding helps provide coaching, equipment, uniforms, and transportation, removing barriers that often prevent young people from participating in the game.

The impact of PGA Jr. League extends well beyond learning how to hit a golf ball. Participants develop teamwork, sportsmanship, confidence, and leadership skills that can benefit them throughout their lives. For many families, these programs provide a first introduction to golf and create pathways to lifelong participation in the sport.

PGA HOPE: Helping Veterans Through Golf

Another major beneficiary is PGA HOPE, the flagship military program of PGA REACH. PGA HOPE introduces golf to military veterans as a form of physical, mental, emotional, and social rehabilitation.

The program is offered at no cost to veterans and is led by PGA Professionals trained in adaptive golf and military cultural competency who understand the unique challenges many service members face after returning home. Through golf, veterans gain opportunities to reconnect with others, build friendships, and improve their overall well-being.

Across the country, PGA HOPE has become one of the most respected veteran-support initiatives in sports. Countless participants have credited the program with helping them manage stress, rebuild confidence, and establish new support networks. The 2026 KPMG Women’s PGA Championship helps ensure those opportunities continue to grow and reach more veterans each year.

PGA WORKS: Creating Pathways Into The Golf Industry

The championship also supports PGA WORKS, an initiative focused on cultivating talent from diverse and historically underrepresented backgrounds who aspire to careers in the golf industry. Through scholarships, financial assistance, and professional development opportunities, PGA WORKS inspires future leaders and helps create a more inclusive future for golf.

By supporting students and young professionals pursuing careers in golf management, instruction, operations, and leadership, the program strengthens the industry while ensuring that future generations of industry leaders and golf professionals better reflect the communities they serve.

A Championship With Purpose

The KPMG Women’s PGA Championship has become much more than a major championship. While fans will witness elite competition at Hazeltine National Golf Club, the event’s true legacy extends far beyond the fairways and greens.

Every drive, putt, volunteer shift, and sponsorship contributes to programs that introduce children to golf, support military veterans, empower future women leaders, and create new opportunities within the golf industry. Through its partnership with these programs and KPMG’s ongoing commitment to community impact, the championship continues to demonstrate how sports can be a powerful force for positive change.

As the world’s best players compete for a major championship trophy, countless others will benefit from opportunities that can shape their futures for years to come. That may be the most meaningful victory of all.