Gift will help fund innovative initiatives over the next century

Lawrence, Kan. (May 5, 2026) – The Minnesota Golf Course Superintendents Association (MGCSA) has generously donated $5,000 to the GCSAA Foundation, the philanthropic organization of the Golf Course Superintendents Association of America (GCSAA), to support the Col. John Morley Centennial Campaign.

GCSAA will turn 100 on Sept. 13, 2026, and it has embarked on a Centennial fundraising campaign to establish a new endowment honoring GCSAA’s founder, Col. John Morley, with a goal of raising $1 million to fund new and innovative initiatives for the next 100 years. 

The Minnesota GCSA is supporting the Centennial Campaign at the Chapter Legacy Leader Level, which recognizes donations of $5,000 or more. With this donation, the MGCSA is a new member of the Foundation’s Platinum Tee Club, which recognizes organizations that donate $5,000 or more annually to the GCSAA Foundation.

“Many thanks to the Minnesota GCSA for its donation to the Col. John Morley Centennial Campaign and commitment to enhancing the future of the game,” said GCSAA CEO Rhett Evans. “It’s because of the generosity from chapters like the Minnesota GCSA that this historical endeavor is off to a solid start. Your support is undoubtedly creating a brighter future for golf.”

The Minnesota Golf Course Superintendents Association is one of the 94 GCSAA-affiliated chapters in North America. Founded in 1927, the MGCSA has stayed true to its mission of advancing the art and science of golf course management while promoting the welfare of its members and the profession. The chapter maintains a focus on environmental stewardship and providing education, resources and advocacy for golf course professionals.

"The MGCSA is happy to contribute to the Col. John Morley Centennial Campaign. It is not lost on our Board of Directors how much the GCSAA contributes to this wonderful industry, and it's our way of showing that we graciously support their previous and future efforts, especially on a nationwide scale. We see this as an opportunity to help them, help us," said John Cameron, CGCS, North Oaks Golf Club director of grounds, and MGCSA board president.

To learn more about the Col. John Morley Centennial Campaign, visit gcsaa.org/centennial-campaign.