Heart Of America GCSA donates to EIFG

The Heart of America Golf Course Superintendents Association continues its longtime support of The Environmental Institute for Golf, the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), with a $5,000 donation toward research and education to enhance golf's relationship with the environment.

"The Environmental Institute for Golf's research, education and technological advancements have resulted in positive results for golf's association with the environment," said World Golf Hall of Fame member Greg Norman, Institute trustee and chairman of its Advisory Council. "Golf course superintendents are the chief environmental stewards for golf, so it speaks volumes of GCSAA's Heart of America chapter to continue these donations to The Institute, further strengthening the compatibility of golf with our environment."

The Heart of America GCSA is recognized at the Governor's Club level in The Institute's cumulative giving program, which recognizes organizations that have contributed between $50,000 and $99,999 since 1987. An affiliate chapter of GCSAA, the Heart of America GCSA also has attained Platinum Tee Club status again. The Platinum Tee Club is the giving club for organizations that contribute a minimum of $5,000 annually and Heart of America GCSA has given $5,000 for 15 years. The Heart of America GCSA is represented by the metropolitan Kansas City region.

"The Heart of America GCSA is pleased to continue its support of The Institute," said Heart of America GCSA President Scott Johnson, GCSAA certified golf course superintendent at Shadow Glen Golf Club in Olathe, Kan. "We believe Institute programs such as research are worth investing in because of the benefits they provide to our members."

The Environmental Institute for Golf is a collaborative effort of the environmental and golf communities, dedicated to strengthening the compatibility of golf with the natural environment. The Institute concentrates on delivering programs and services involving research, education and outreach that communicate the best management practices of environmental stewardship on the golf course. For more on The Institute, visit www.eifg.org.

GCSAA is a leading golf organization and has as its focus golf course management. Since 1926, GCSAA has been the top professional association for the men and women who manage golf courses in the United States and worldwide. From its headquarters in Lawrence, Kan., the association provides education, information and representation to more than 21,000 members in more than 72 countries. GCSAA's mission is to serve its members, advance their profession and enhance the enjoyment, growth and vitality of the game of golf. Visit GCSAA at www.gcsaa.org.