FAQs

Is there an EWGA near me?

Follow this link to find an EWGA nearest you. Then choose United States or International. You will then be asked to input your location.

What Makes a Successful EWGA Chapter?

A strong, full team of dedicated volunteers

• A belief in and commitment to the mission of the EWGA
• A community with sufficient population and industry from which to attract businesswomen to become EWGA members
• A community with a sufficient number of public access golf course facilities
• Working as a team with EWGA staff to build the Chapter via the EWGA Chapter model
• A positive attitude and a sense of fun - that attracts others to get involved.

How long does it take to start a new EWGA Chapter?

It takes between 1 to 3 months from the time the EWGA appoints the Network Coordinator to the time the Chapter Affiliation Agreement is executed with the EWGA. During this time and, for the next two years, new Chapters work with their EWGA staff representative until all Chapter Minimum Standards for New Chapters have been met and the new Chapter becomes a "Fully Performing" EWGA Chapter.

Why is the initial leader called a Chapter Coordinator?

Because it's all about networking. Connecting with women who will have an interest in having an EWGA Chapter, getting them involved in the Organizational Meeting, generating excitement and soliciting commitment is what the Chapter Coordinator is all about. Chapter Coordinators are typically great at networking using their own connections, contacts available from the local golf course(s)/club(s) and other community organizations available to them. Successful Chapter Coordinators also know how to sell the idea and motivate others into action.

How much time will I need to devote to this?

That will depend in large part on the number of volunteers the Network Coordinator recruits. During the Organizing Phase, the Network Coordinator may spend up to 6 hours a week compiling an invitation list, networking with contacts, and planning for the Organizational Meeting. If the Network Coordinator recruits people to help during this phase, the time commitment may be less. Once the Organizing Committee is formed, the Network Coordinator may chair two to three meetings before submitting the Chapter Affiliation Agreement. After that, and assuming there is a full board in place, new Chapter boards typically spend 6 - 8 hours a week in the early phases of the New Chapter. Again, the more volunteers who are recruited to serve in leadership and committee member roles, the less time that will be required.

How do you know if a community will support an EWGA Chapter?

Two key factors perhaps have the most impact on the success of an EWGA Chapter: access to public golf facilities and a strong business/industry base from which to draw EWGA members. EWGA Chapters are currently thriving in communities of all sizes and range from having approximately 30 members up to 500+. EWGA staff will participate in this assessment process.

How will an EWGA Chapter differ from a local women’s golf league?

The differences are many: EWGA Chapters offer a broad range of activities in addition to league play, there are opportunities for non-golfers to learn to play and opportunities for existing golfers to improve their play, there is also a focus on business networking and learning how to utilize golf for business, there are the myriad of member benefits available through the Association like discounted fees to play golf courses across the Association, the ability to play with or join another EWGA Chapter when traveling or relocating, opportunities to attend professional level golf tournaments through EWGA functions and volunteer opportunities, access to the finest golf resorts by attending Association level functions, eligibility to compete in the EWGA Championship - the largest women's amateur golf event in the world - and so much more. But perhaps the biggest difference of all is that as a member of the EWGA, women are part of the driving force for women's golf that is working within the golf industry to improve the golf experience for all women.

Who should I target as members?

The primary target market for the EWGA program is working women. Chapter functions and activities are planned with the schedules of working women in mind. However, membership is open to all women who may wish to join, and being an organization about inclusiveness, our membership is also open to men, should they wish to join.

I’m new to the area and don’t yet know a lot of people. Can I still be a Network Coordinator?

Yes, especially if you have good networking skills and are an outgoing individual who is anxious to get connected in your new community. The initial network of women who step up to get a new Chapter off the ground need not know each other prior to coming together as an Organizing Committee. The key is getting connected with like-minded women.

I’m not a very good golfer - can someone like me be a Network Coordinator or Chapter Leader?

Yes, there are several Chapter board positions (including Network Coordinator) where golf experience is not necessary. Good leadership skills are the key for assuming those positions. Strong networking skills are also important to meet and attract women with golf experience so that they can hold those positions on the board where golf experience is necessary. Their experience and comfort around a golf course will help educate non-golf experienced board members, link the group to the local golf community and help guide the efforts of the Board in program delivery.