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Investment in the Game Award
2025 Application

Mass Golf is committed to investing in the golf industry's workforce in support of its mission to advance the game of golf in Massachusetts and with a vision of creating more experienced leaders to support the game long-term.

Thank you for your interest in Mass Golf's Investment in the Game Award. The application below requires you to fill out personal information, answer long-form questions, and provide a letter of recommendation along with your resume. It is advised that you review the long form questions below and prepare your responses prior to filling out the application.

*Note: Please have all materials prepared when completing the application as you will not be able to come back to this page and resume editing your application.

By completing this application, you attest to meeting the eligibility requirements and understand, and agree to, the expectations outlined below. The Investment in the Game Award Committee will be in contact with the applicants that they wish to move into the interview stage of the process.

Should you have any questions or require assistance in filling out the application, we would be happy to help. Please contact Jared Winiarz, Member Services Coordinator, via email, jwiniarz@massgolf.org.

Eligibility & Expectations

Connected to the golf industry in Massachusetts personally or professionally through employment, volunteer work or membership.
18 years of age or older.
Funds to be used by the applicant to:
- Further their education, certifications and/or career advancement within the golf industry in Massachusetts.
- Offset expenses or supplement an entry-level salary for a career change or internship within the golf industry in Massachusetts.
- Offset expenses to create/support an industry impact program, service or initiative within the golf industry in Massachusetts.
Awards to be tracked based on use/need as well as successful progress, developments, and engagements.
We request that the recipients of the awards maintain a connection to Mass Golf through volunteerism, leadership, and informational interviews.
Recipients of the awards are expected to remain in the golf industry for a minimum of two years after receiving the award. Residency, education and/or employment within Massachusetts is preferred, but not required.

**Note: This opportunity is not intended for a 4-year undergraduate program or to support a golf professional's competitive/playing career.

First name*

Last name*

Phone number*

Email*

Street address*

City*

State/Region*

What is your connection to Mass Golf and/or the Golf Industry in Massachusetts? (Please select all that apply)*

If you selected, "Working in the Golf Industry in Massachusetts", please list who your current employer is and your title.

If you selected, "Other", please specify here.

If you are awarded these funds, how would you plan to use them and what do you anticipate your financial needs to be? (Please clearly state the dollar amount as well as the amounts allocated to each part of the program)*

How would this plan connect to/impact the golf community or industry (i.e. how is it related to golf). If applicable, tell us how your plan might help change or enhance an aspect of the golf industry?*

Why is this important to you?*

If applicable, please list/tell us about the roles you’ve had in the golf industry that are relevant to your application.

Tell us about any other relevant experience(s) that you have had that will help support your plan.*

Is there anything else you would like to tell us that would further support your application?

Please attach your Resume/CV.*

Please attach one letter of recommendation that speaks to your character and/or professional experience that is relevant to the proposed plan. Letter must include the full name and contact information of the individual providing the letter of recommendation.*

Please attach any additional supporting materials you wish to share with the selection committee.

How Did You Hear About This Opportunity?*

Volunteer Self-Identification
The following self-identification questions are entirely voluntary. This information will not be considered in the application process or thereafter. Any information you provide will be recorded and maintained in a confidential file.

What gender do you identify as?

Female

Male

Non-Binary

Prefer not to say

Date of Birth

Month/Day/Year

Acknowledgement of Eligibility and Expectations
I have read and agree to the eligibility and expectations outlined on the Application Landing Page. I certify that if I receive funding from this Award, it will be used to benefit the golf industry in Massachusetts.*

Consent to be Contacted
I consent to be contacted by the Investment in the Game Award committee regarding my application.*

Investment in the Game Award2025 Application

Mass Golf is committed to investing in the golf industry's workforce in support of its mission to advance the game of golf in Massachusetts and with a vision of creating more experienced leaders to support the game long-term.

Investment in the Game Award
2025 Application