Our HBCU Golf Tournament started when three Black men, graduates of Howard University, realized that the coronavirus pandemic and resulting quarantine would result in homecoming cancellations across the nation. The cultural impact of HBCU alumni from all over the world gathering to reconnect with friends, family, and loved ones is unparalleled. Thus, we decided – YOU CAN’T CANCEL HOMECOMING – and our event was born!
Quarantine orders intended to keep people safe from the threat of the coronavirus pandemic. However, for many, home is not a safe space due to their domestic and intimate partners being perpetrators of violence.
The game of golf presents the perfect safe space: outdoors in serene, picturesque landscapes, away from the rigamarole of professional and personal obligations. However, Black people were prohibited from playing on public courses due to segregation laws. The impact of this injustice and exclusion is still being experienced today, with only seven Black players within the PGA and LPGA combined.
Two stats drive our call to action: 1) a 2018 Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report indicating the #1 cause of death for Black women under-45 is "unintentional injuries" (read: domestic and intimate partner violence); and, 2) less than 3% of recreational golfers are Black, according to research conducted by the National Golf Foundation.
Our aim is to introduce Black people to the sport of golf, to enjoy the time and opportunity to have a safe space. For avid golfers, our tournament may be their first time experiencing community while on the course. Proceeds from our fundraiser will support HBCU students and survivors of domestic and intimate partner violence. We engage our men and communities to take action.
We welcome you to join us in our efforts to protect Black women and children, support HBCU students, and foster a love for the game of golf!
Company Details
- Founded
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- Address
- 9526 Doctor Perry Rd, Ijamsville,maryland 21754,united States
- Industry
- Non-Profit Organizations
- Website
- https://bisonimpactgroup.org
- Keywords
- Philanthropy, Golf, Advocacy, HBCU.
- HQ
- Ijamsville, Maryland
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Hbcu Golf Tournament's website is https://bisonimpactgroup.org
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Hbcu Golf Tournament's industry is
Non-profit Organizations
Hbcu Golf Tournament's top competitors are
Center For Hbcu Research, Leadership, And Policy,
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Bison Impact Group,
Hbcu Research Magazine,
Student Freedom Initiative,
The Dap Project, Llc,
Black Golf Directory,
Sla Worldwide,
Hbcu Golf Foundation,
Orange Blossom Classic ®.
Hbcu Golf Tournament's categories are Non-profit Organizations
Hbcu Golf Tournament's founding year is 2020
