What is PGA HOPE?
PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is a free program that introduces golf to Veterans and Active Duty Military to enhance their physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Led by PGA Professionals trained in adaptive golf techniques and military cultural awareness, PGA HOPE offers a welcoming and inclusive environment for all participants.
Why Get Involved?
Veterans and Service Members:
-Discover the therapeutic benefits of golf
-Build camaraderie and community
-Participate at no cost in a supportive, structured program
PGA Professionals:
-Receive specialized training in adaptive golf
-Make a meaningful impact through service
-Build lasting relationships and give back to the military community
See below for all of the current Gulf States PGA HOPE Sites and information about current or upcoming sessions.
Open Programs & Upcoming Registrations
TO ACCESS A LISTED PROGRAMS REGISTRATION PAGE: Use the link provided below > scroll down to “Register for a PGA HOPE Program Near You/Upcoming Events.” > Choose your desired program > follow that link to the registration/waitlist page.
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| PGA HOPE PROGRAM | LOCATION | 2026 SESSION DATES | TIME | REGISTRATION URL LINK |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGA HOPE Alexandria | OakWing Golf Club | Spring: Wednesdays from April 22 to May 27 Summer: TBD |
4:30pm – 5:30pm | Register Here |
| PGA HOPE Avondale | TPC Louisiana | Coming Soon | TBD | Register Here |
| PGA HOPE Diamondhead | The Club At Diamondhead | Spring: Thursdays from Jan 29 to March 5 Summer #1: Thursdays from May 7 to June 11 Summer #2: Thursdays from Aug 6 to Sept 10 Fall: Thursdays from Oct 1 to Nov 5 |
10:00am – 11:00am | Sessions open 3 weeks prior Register Here |
| PGA HOPE D’Iberville | NeoGolf | Coming Soon | TBD | Register Here |
| PGA HOPE Grand Bear | Grand Bear Golf Club | Summer #1: Thursdays from May 28 to July 2 Summer #2: Thursdays from July 23 to August 27 |
9:00am – 10:30am | Sessions open 3 weeks prior Register Here |
| PGA HOPE Gretna | Timberlane Golf & Recreation | Coming Soon | TBD | Register Here |
| PGA HOPE Kenner | Chateau Golf & Country Club | Coming Soon | TBD | Register Here |
| PGA HOPE Lafayette (LA) | Lafayette Muni Golf Course | Coming Soon | TBD | Register Here |
| PGA HOPE New Orleans | Bayou Oaks At City Park | Spring: Saturdays from April 18 to May 23 Session #2: TBD |
9:00am – 10:00am | Sessions open 3 weeks prior Register Here |
| PGA HOPE North Jackson | TBD | Coming Soon | TBD | Register Here |
| PGA HOPE Shreveport | The Club at Huntington Park | Spring: Saturdays from April 18 to May 23 Summer: Saturdays from July 11 to Aug 5 Fall: Saturdays from Oct 3 to Nov 7 |
2:00pm – 3:15pm | Sessions open 3 weeks prior Register Here |
| PGA HOPE Starkville | MSU Golf Course | Spring: Saturdays from March 11 to April 15 Session #2: TBD |
5:00pm – 6:30pm | Sessions open 3 weeks prior Register Here |
More Information
How to Join a PGA HOPE Gulf States Program?
Simply find a program in the table above that aligns with your schedule/location, then “Use the link provided below > scroll down to “Register for a PGA HOPE Program Near You/Upcoming Events.” > Choose your desired program > follow that link to the registration/waitlist page.
Where Are The PGA HOPE Gulf States Programs Located?
PGA HOPE Gulf States serves veterans in Louisiana and Mississippi. If you do not live in Louisiana or Mississippi and want to find a PGA HOPE program near you, please go to pgareach.org/services/military and find a program near you!
If you have any questions regarding PGA HOPE Gulf States, please contact Jackson Gunnels at jgunnels@pgahq.com
Who Can Join A PGA HOPE Program?
PGA HOPE Gulf States (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) is an adaptive golf program offered by our PGA Professionals as a rehabilitation tool to improve our Veterans’ quality of life by enhancing their mental, social, physical, and emotional well-being; however, all Veterans are eligible to participate, depending on space available in our clinics. Clinic space will be given to veterans on a first-come, first-serve basis, and new veterans will take priority.
Who Teaches the PGA HOPE Clinics?
The only individuals allowed to give golf instruction at the PGA HOPE clinics are PGA HOPE-certified PGA Members. Anyone who is NOT a PGA Member cannot give golf instruction. For example, a graduated PGA HOPE veteran or volunteer cannot give instruction or run a clinic.
Benefits to the Veteran Community:
- Gives a hand-up to our nation’s Veterans.
- Provides Veterans with camaraderie and a potentially life-saving therapy for Post-Traumatic Stress and Traumatic Brain Injury.
- Improved quality of life for our Veterans with injuries, illnesses, or challenges
For more information regarding PGA HOPE Gulf States, please contact Jackson Gunnels at jgunnels@pgahq.com