PGA of America will send a team of 26 with aim of raising $150,000 for youth, Veteran and inclusion programs.
FRISCO, Texas and NEW YORK – A total of 26 representatives will race for the PGA of America REACH Foundation at the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon on Sunday, November 1. The team includes 24 PGA of America Golf Professionals alongside a PGA HOPE (Helping Our Patriots Everywhere) Ambassador and a former PGA WORKS Fellow and Scholar.
Among the nearly 60,000 runners will be members of the PGA of America REACH Foundation team, including nine returning PGA of America Golf Professionals. In the Foundation’s 10-year history with the marathon, 64 PGA Professionals have participated, collectively covering more than 1,900 miles across New York City’s five boroughs.
For the 10th consecutive year, the PGA of America REACH Foundation, the 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the PGA of America, has been an Official Charity Partner of the TCS New York City Marathon— one of the largest marathons in the world. Since 2016, PGA of America Golf Professional runners have raised more than $630,000 through the marathon. This year, their collective goal is to raise $150,000.
The PGA of America REACH Foundation aims to serve youth, Veterans and Active Duty Military, and underrepresented communities through the game of golf. The 26 runners will raise awareness and donations to support pillars within the Foundation: PGA Jr. League Scholarships, PGA HOPE and PGA WORKS.
“It’s inspiring to see 26 PGA of America Members and representatives of our Association supporting the PGA of America REACH Foundation in the TCS New York City Marathon,” said PGA of America Acting President Nathan Charnes, PGA. “Reaching our 10th consecutive year as an Official Charity Partner of the TCS New York City Marathon is a milestone that speaks to the passion and heart of our PGA Professionals. Their efforts will open doors for young golfers, support our nation’s Veterans and foster greater access across our sport. We couldn’t be more proud to stand behind them.”
Team PGA REACH in the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon
- Erick Arbe, PGA – Owner, Golf Web Design – Greenville, SC, Carolinas PGA Section
- Jeff Boyer, PGA – General Manager, Eagles Ranch Golf Club – Eagle, Colo., Colorado PGA Section
- Scott Chisholm, PGA – COO & Director of Golf, Rolling Green Golf Club – Springfield, Penn., Philadelphia PGA Section
- Chris Cordova, PGA HOPE Ambassador – Orthopedic Physician Assistant, CommonSpirit Media Group – Colorado Springs, Colo., Colorado PGA Section
- Ximena Davila, PGA WORKS Fellow – Director of Retail, Oak Hills Country Club – San Antonio, Texas, Southern Texas PGA Section
- Eric Dye, PGA – Assistant Golf Professional, Brook Hollow Golf Club – Dallas, Texas, Northern Texas PGA Section
- Robert Fletcher, PGA – Fitness Professional, Farmington Country Club – Richmond, Va., Middle Atlantic PGA Section
- Billy Hemstock, PGA – Teaching Professional, Nantucket Golf Club – Port Orange, Fla., New England PGA Section
- Jon Husby, PGA – Principal Program & Internship Coordinator, University of Colorado at Colorado Springs PGA Golf Management Program – Woodland Park, Colo., Colorado PGA Section
- Leah Im, PGA – Program Coordinator & Golf Shop Coordinator, University of Las Vegas PGA Golf Management Program and TPC Summerlin – Las Vegas, Nevada, Southwest PGA Section
- Nathan Kalin, PGA – Director of Golf, Fremont Golf Club – Fremont, Neb., Nebraska PGA Section
- David Kullenberg, PGA – First Assistant Golf Professional, Highlands Falls Country Club – Franklin, NC, Carolinas PGA Section
- Thomas Martin, PGA – Director of Instruction, Green Tree Country Club – Midland, Texas, Northern Texas PGA Section
- Noah Miller, PGA – Staff Instructor, Eisman Golf Academy – Arlington, Va., Middle Atlanta PGA Section
- Adam Morrison, PGA – Head Golf Professional, Diamond Run Golf Club – Monaca, Penn., Tri-State PGA Section
- Chris North, PGA – Competitions Lead, PGA of America – Aubrey, Texas, Northern Texas PGA
- Mark Nygaard, PGA – Director of Instruction, Willow Lakes Golf Club – Omaha, Neb., Nebraska PGA Section
- Carter Odegard, PGA – Teaching Professional, Union League Liberty Hill – Lafayette Hill, Penn., Philadelphia PGA Section
- Kelly Plaisier, PGA – Player Development Director & Merchandise Lead, RedWater Golf – Grand Rapids, Mich., Michigan PGA Section
- Michael Rawlins, PGA – Co-Founder and Vice President of Product, Club Caddie – Minneapolis, Minn., Minnesota PGA Section
- Josh Salmon, PGA – Director, New Mexico State University PGA Golf Management Program – Las Cruces, N.M., Sun Country PGA Section
- Ryan Shuck, PGA – Senior Assistant Golf Professional, The Country Club of Virginia – Richmond, Va., Middle Atlantic PGA Section
- Arthur Shih, PGA – Golf Professional, DICK’S House of Sports, Gaithersburg – Frederick, Md., Middle Atlantic PGA Section
- Jake Van Fleet, PGA – Head Golf Professional. North Hills Country Club – Muskego, Wi., Wisconsin PGA Section
- Courtney Vogel, PGA – Tournament Coordinator/First Assistant Golf Professional, Alta Mesa Golf Club – Fountain Hills, Az., Southwest PGA Section
- William Wallis, PGA – Head Golf Professional, New Haven Country Club – Hamden, Conn., Connecticut PGA Section
New York Road Runners is a mission-driven nonprofit that builds healthier lives and stronger communities through the transformative power of running. To support other nonprofits’ missions and services, New York Road Runners’ Official Charity Partner Program gives organizations the opportunity to raise funds by offering guaranteed entry to the TCS New York City Marathon for athletes who fundraise on their behalf. Since its inception in 2006, athletes in New York Road Runners’ Official Charity Partner Program have raised more than $680 million for 1,000+ worthy causes. This year, New York Road Runners is celebrating the 50th anniversary of the five-boro marathon course and setting a goal of raising $100 million for its Official Charity Partner Program, which is celebrating its 20th anniversary this year.
“New York Road Runners is honored to welcome the PGA of America REACH Foundation team to the 2026 TCS New York City Marathon as they raise vital funds to benefit lives through the game of golf,” said Christine Burke, Chief Commercial Officer, New York Road Runners. “As we celebrate the 50th anniversary of the five‑borough course, this year’s TCS New York City Marathon and our expanded Official Charity Partner Program underscore the extraordinary impact running can have in bringing people together and driving meaningful change.”
To support, please visit the Running for REACH team fundraising page.
About the PGA of America REACH Foundation
The PGA of America REACH Foundation is the 501(c)(3) charitable foundation of the PGA of America. The mission of the Foundation is to positively impact the lives of youth, military and diverse populations by enabling access to PGA of America Golf Professionals, PGA Sections and the game of golf. For more information on the PGA of America REACH Foundation, visit PGAREACH.org, follow @PGAREACH on Instagram, X and find us on Facebook.
Media Contacts:
Nicole Mayberry, PGA of America, nmayberry@pgahq.com
Jared Minski, Mastro Communications, jared@mastrocomm.com
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