Golf Foundation

Founded in 1952, Golf Foundation is a charity based in Hoddesdon, United Kingdom working on children & youth, sport for development, mental health +1 more.

The Golf Foundation is a UK charity that introduces young people to golf through schools, golf clubs and community settings. Founded in 1952, it aims to build confidence, resilience and a love of the game in young people. Its main programme, Unleash Your Drive, is a six-week mental toughness course that uses golf to teach nine life skills, and it is delivered to schools, youth clubs, faith groups and junior golf sections. The charity also runs GolfSixes League, a team competition for junior players hosted by local golf clubs. The Golf Foundation reports reaching over 2,500 schools across Great Britain & Ireland and introducing around 225,000 young people to golf each year. It works with partners including the Youth Sport Trust and StreetGames, and funds its work through donations, fundraising and corporate partnerships. It is based in Hoddesdon, Hertfordshire, and also has a Scottish registered charity number.