Dear SFPGA Family, As we look to navigate the COVID-19 pandemic, the South Florida PGA, Board and staff are working hard to monitor the situation on a daily basis, making decisions that are best for all its members, facilities and staff alike. At this point, all South Florida PGA events will remain canceled through May 15th with extensions being made if needed. In addition, the Section has made the decision to cancel the 2020 Foundation Pro-Am as well as the SFPGA HOPE Classic which were set to take place at the beginning of May. We will work to keep you updated as new information is presented and decisions are made. As we continue to push forward, we are committed to helping the south Florida area and demonstrate the incredible philanthropic nature our game is known for and would like to update you on a few of our initiatives. In working with facilities in Palm Beach County, the Florida Club Managers Association and the Florida Golf Course Superintendents Association the SFPGA is working to provide meals to local hospitals and healthcare workers in Palm Beach County through our Adopt-A-Hospital Program. Additionally, we will be dedicating a portion of all donations and pledges made through our South Florida PGA Junior Golf Birdie Club Program to children's hospitals as well as the SFPGA Foundation programs which include: PGA HOPE, Smiling Fore Life and Habitat for Humanity. The South Florida PGA Junior Golf family is also dedicated to making a healthcare worker's day through our letter-writing program. Junior golfers around south Florida are crafting letters to send to local hospitals and child care specialists to thank them for serving our community during these troubling times. While these initiatives are ones we are proud of, we recognize the many struggles this pandemic continues to mount on you as a PGA Professional and we want to make sure you are aware of the many resources our Association has available to you. Please click here to explore the national resources available which includes the new Golf Relief Fund that is now accepting applications. Additionally, click here to view the Section coronavirus page and the resources available, all of which are outlined below. In closing, we hope you and your loved ones are staying safe during this unprecedented time. If there is anything you or your facility needs from us, please do not hesitate to reach out to our team at the Section office. We look forward to getting out on the course with you soon. Stay safe and be well, Karl Bublitz, PGA Geoff Lofstead
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