As GCSAA turns 100, it's affiliated chapters are taking part in 100 Acts of Service to honor the milestone by helping others in their community. Here are some of the ways GCSAA chapters are making a difference:
Act: Followed up on various National Golf Day Community Service Project work and installed a dedication plaque on the periscope that was added during the NGD Community Service Project, and most importantly spent time on the golf course with the veterans who proudly call Old Soldiers home.
Date: May 19, 2026
Whom the Act Served: Old Soldiers Golf Course in Washington, D.C.
How did the act tie into Col. John Morley's vision for the association?
The veterans that live at the Armed Forces Retirement Home have been the sole care takers for the nine-hole
Old Soldiers Golf Course. These folks have sacrificed so much for our freedom the least we can do is
support them in caring their golf course.
Act: Yearly service project at Ronald McDonald House charity. This year we spread mulch over the entire 2-acre facility flowerbeds and walkways. In years past, we have done various projects for RMH including planting flowers, power spraying decks, painting plantar boxes, assembling new furniture, etc.
Date: May 6, 2026
Whom the Act Served: Residents of Ronald McDonald House in Salt Lake City, Utah.
How did the act tie into Col. John Morley's vision for the association?
"Foster a culture of innovation within the organization."
"We depend upon each other."
Ronald McDonald House relies solely on volunteers and contributions from the community to stay open -
our service project provides relief for volunteers to be able to provide other services instead of worrying
about the landscaping of the building. And helps the occupants staying at Ronald McDonald House
beautiful grounds to come to while supporting their child's health journey.
Act: For over 10 Years, the chapter has donated $10,000 to $12,000 to St. Mary's Food Bank a year. St. Mary’s Food Bank provides nutritious food to families, children and seniors facing food insecurity. St. Mary's distributes food to millions of neighbors throughout Arizona.
Date: Dec. 16, 2025
Whom the Act Served: St. Mary’s Food Bank in Phoenix, Ariz.
How did the act tie into Col. John Morley's vision for the association?
“No life is, or can be, self-existent. We depend on each other.”
Cactus and Pine’s charitable efforts with St. Mary’s Food Bank over the Many Years to assist those in the
Phoenix Metro area in need reflect this collaboration and service.