About the USBGA
The United State Blind Golf Association (USBGA) was established in 1953 for the purpose of encouraging and enhancing opportunities for blind and visually impaired golfers to compete in the game of golf.
Blind and visually impaired golf is played with the assistance of a sighted coach. As a team golfers and coaches are expected to follow the established rules of golf with the exception of being able to ground a club in a hazard and
have the coach stand behind the golfer when lining up a put. USBGA conducts an annual national tournament in different parts of the country each year along with several regional events.
Full membership is open to men and women who meet a specific set of sight guidelines ranging from no vision at all to legal blindness or specific field restrictions. Perspective members must demonstrate the ability to meet established scoring guidelines set forth by USBGA. The yearly membership dues are established by the Board of Directors.
Support membership is available to any individual who wishes to support the game of blind golf at a reduced rate from full membership.
The USBGA is pleased to sponsor clinics for blind and visually impaired children and adults throughout the country. Such clinics are usually put on with assistance from a variety of community programs such as First Tee.
The USBGA is directed by a 7 person Board of Directors who report to the membership and is responsible for conducting an annual meeting at each national championship.
As a Nonprofit 501 (c) (3) organization, the USBGA seeks a variety of fundraising opportunities including but not limited to; grants, corporate and local sponsorships along with individual donations.