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Golf Coaches Association of America Inc

EIN 56-1237173 · Norman, OK

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthGood71 out of 100GovernanceWeak45 out of 100Impact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

Points to look into

  • Only 47% of its spending went to programs.

These come from the organization's own tax return. There may be a good explanation; ask the charity.

What it says it does

The Golf Coaches Association of America is dedicated to educating, promoting & recognizing its members who participate in mens golf at all levels. Through its established events & programs, the GCAA maintains a goal of increasing awareness & status of mens golf.

Income
$1.2 million
Spending
$1.2 million
Spent on programs
47%
Reserves
7.3 months of spending
Largest source of income
fees for its services, 52%
Employees
11
Volunteers
21
Highest pay
$85,000, ceo emeritus

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Good: 71 out of 100.

  • Reserves

    28 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 7.3 months of spending.

  • Debt

    16 of 20

    It owes 18% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    12 of 15

    Income exceeded spending by 1% of income.

  • Income trend

    15 of 15

    Income rose 16% on the year before.

  • Spending floor

    0 of 15

    47% of spending went to programs and raising each dollar of donations cost 0 cents.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

Weak: 45 out of 100.

  • Independent board

    25 of 25

    19 of 19 voting board members are independent.

  • Conflict of interest policy

    0 of 15

    Reports no written conflict of interest policy.

  • Whistleblower policy

    0 of 8

    Reports no written whistleblower policy.

  • Record keeping policy

    0 of 7

    Reports no written policy on keeping and destroying records.

  • Board minutes

    5 of 5

    Keeps minutes of board meetings.

  • Board sees the tax return

    0 of 10

    Did not give the board a copy of this return before filing it.

  • Pay set independently

    5 of 5

    Sets its chief executive's pay through independent review and comparison.

  • Independent check of accounts

    0 of 15

    Its accounts were not audited or reviewed by an independent accountant.

  • No reported misuse

    10 of 10

    Reports no diversion of assets, excess benefits or loans to insiders.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (8)
  1. $243,608 spent. College Tournaments & Management - The Palmer Cup, Patriot Cup and Genesis Showcase are annual events held to recognize and promote the game of golf and specifically to promote golf among collegiate mens players. The matches recognize the accomplishments of the student athletes and our member coaches from member universities and colleges throughout the United States. Additionally, the matches provide the opportunity for junior golfers to receive instruction from the student-athlete participants and coaches.
  2. $158,075 spent. National Coaches Convention - the event is held annually for the membership and invited guests to discuss pertinent issues and topics related to collegiate golf. Numerous educational breakout sessions are held to provide professional development and education to the membership. Nationally significant speakers provide education during the convention. A National Awards and Hall of Fame Banquet is held during the event to recognize the outstanding achievements of selected member coaches.
  3. $137,098 spent. GCAA National Awards Program - The Association, through its numerous Awards Programs, recognizes the accomplishments of its member coaches and student-athletes, both in the classroom and on the golf course. Awards programs are provided to all divisions within our membership equally. Some of these include: All-American Scholar Team, Coach of the Year and Player of the Year Awards.
  4. $18,021 spent. Presidential Scholarship Fund - Provides annual academic scholarship support for the children and grandchildren of GCAA members.
  5. $12,922 spent. Products, shows and other items which increase the ability of GCAA to perform its mission and accomplish its stated objectives through programs for collegiate coaches and players.
  6. $5,000 spent. Ron Balicki Scholarship Program - Provides collegiate scholarships to aspiring golf journalists.
  7. $3,076 spent. Other Tournaments - The GCAA held other tournaments to allow players the opportunity for tournament experience. This furthered its mission of providing services to collegiate golfers.
  8. $3,004 spent. Diversity Initiative - To assist in development and bring greater awareness to Black college golfers and coaches. This includes introducing young minorities to golf, recognize accomplishments of college athletes and coaches and provide guidance and logistical support as needed.

Source: Form 990 for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 30, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 10, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2024.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since May 1992.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated September 7, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 7, 2026.

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