National Golf Player Development Foundation
Case Study: SNS Helps National Golf Player Development Foundation Swing for Success
Background
The National Golf Player Development Foundation is a young organization, less than three years old, with a bold vision to diversify the sport of golf by nurturing talented players from underrepresented communities. However, as a new nonprofit, they faced significant challenges in securing private funding and building nonprofit infrastructure, particularly in the areas of grant writing and overall development.
The Challenge
Despite having a promising program with potential to make a lasting impact, the foundation found itself competing for the same limited pool of funding as other grassroots golf initiatives. The leadership team felt they could achieve far more with the right support and resources but needed help navigating the complexities of nonprofit growth and grant acquisition.
The SNS Solution
Strawhecker Nonprofit Services (SNS) was chosen for their expertise and understanding of new nonprofits. The relationship began after the foundation’s leader, who had heard SNS present on major gift campaigns, felt confident that SNS would understand their unique struggles. Throughout the initial engagement, SNS provided grant writing services, developed marketing and communication strategies, and offered valuable guidance on nonprofit development.
“Our relationship with Strawhecker Nonprofit Services and Nani have allowed NGPDF to consolidate our grant writing and creative development services into one focused area. I have enjoyed our time working with each other on our different endeavors of communications and development for a project that I am very passionate about.”
–Mark Lowry, Founder and President, National Golf Player Development Foundation
The Outcome
By the end of the initial contract, the foundation recognized the significant strides they had made with SNS’s support. Not only had they gained critical insights into nonprofit growth, but they also saw real progress in their ability to articulate their vision and develop compelling materials. One key moment of success came when SNS delivered a high-quality case for support that perfectly captured the foundation’s vision—solidifying their belief that they had chosen the right partner.
The Impact
Now, with renewed confidence and momentum, the National Golf Player Development Foundation is excited about its future. They look forward to continuing their partnership with SNS as they work toward their strategic goals and expand their impact in the world of golf.