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I GOT THIS Foundation

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https://www.igotthis.foundation

The I GOT THIS Foundation is a 501 (c)(3) nonprofit whose mission is to promote golf instruction and playing opportunities for people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities.  By providing golf instruction, playing opportunities, and organized events, they strive to teach people with Down syndrome and other intellectual disabilities to play golf, paving the way for them to compete in leagues with typical peers, join high school teams, and enjoy the many social benefits of golf. The I GOT THIS programs include the I GOT THIS Discovery Golf Clinic and I GOT THIS Golf Camp which promote quality exercise and a healthy lifestyle while finding joy in the game of golf.. More importantly, the foundation also provides a great social experience for players, families and friends. I GOT THIS Foundation’s vision is that the game of golf reflects the diversity of society in its inclusion of athletes with intellectual disabilities. What better way to be included in the golfing community than to play alongside fellow golfers. The I GOT THIS Foundation hosts an annual golf tournaments for golfers from around the country to further their game and connect with other golfers. 

The I GOT THIS Foundation was founded by Amy Bockerstette, an American competitive amateur golfer and disabilities advocate. She is the first person with Down syndrome to receive an athletic scholarship to attend college. She also made history by becoming the first person with Down syndrome to compete in a national collegiate championship. Bockerstette started playing golf in the eighth grade and quickly found a passion and skill that set her up to make history in athletics. 

On Jan. 29, 2019 at the WM Phoenix Open’s Dream Day on the famous 16th hole at TPC Scottsdale’s Stadium Course, Amy Bockerstette demonstrated to the golfing world what a determined athlete with self-confidence, a positive attitude, and the support of the community can achieve.  While playing with PGA Tour players Gary Woodland and Matt Kuchar during a Tuesday practice round, Amy hit the par 3 tee shot 117 yards into a greenside bunker, splashed her sand shot to within 8 feet of the pin, and made her par putt in front of a roaring crowd. I GOT THIS Foundation was born out of this moment, which was captured on video by the PGA Tour and has since gone viral, receiving more than 60 million views on social media platforms.

To find out about how you can donate and learn more about I GOT THIS Foundation click the following link: https://www.igotthis.foundation/ and follow them on social media: @IGOTTHISFDN