DANA POINT, Calif. — The SCPGA Foundation hosted its Third Annual PGA HOPE Charity Golf Tournament on April 13, 2026, at Monarch Beach Golf Links, raising over $50,000 and bringing together supporters and partners for a memorable day in support of PGA HOPE.

PGA HOPE, which stands for Helping Our Patriots Everywhere, is one of the SCPGA Foundation’s five pillars. The program provides free six-week golf instruction for Veterans and Active Duty Military, using the game as a tool to build confidence, foster camaraderie, and support overall well-being in a welcoming and inclusive environment.

This year’s tournament welcomed more than 150 players to one of Southern California’s premier oceanfront courses. After the tournament, players enjoyed a sunset concert performance by Common Kings. The event was filled with great golf, community, and a shared commitment to making a difference for those who have served our country.

“The Monarch Beach PGA HOPE Charity event just continues to get better every year,” said James Davenport, PGA HOPE Coordinator for the Southern California section. “It was a beautiful day for over 150 golfers. Thank you to all who made this event an overwhelming success. The funds generated will go directly to serving our Veterans through PGA HOPE while providing additional opportunities to our PGA HOPE graduates here in Southern California.”

The SCPGA Foundation extends its sincere gratitude to Chairman of the Board Eric Lohman, PGA, and Jackie Riegle, PGA, whose leadership and support helped make the event possible. The Foundation also thanks its generous partners for their support of the tournament, including Yaamava’, The Seaweed Bath Co., Good Boy Golf, Eden Mill Gin, Uncle Ed’s Vodka, GoBatteri, PepsiCo, DRVR, and Monarch Beach Golf Links.

Through the generosity of its supporters and partners, the SCPGA Foundation continues to expand access to programs that positively impact lives throughout Southern California. Events like the PGA HOPE Charity Golf Tournament help ensure that Veterans and Active Duty Military can experience the game of golf in a way that builds community and supports personal growth.

For more information about the SCPGA Foundation and PGA HOPE, visit scpgafoundation.com

The Southern California PGA Foundation has selected sixteen exemplary student-athletes to receive over $70,000 in college scholarships that will further each individuals educational pursuits while enhancing their passion for the game of golf.

The Southern California PGA Foundation’s Grants and Scholarships Program is meant to recognize the hard work effort and determination of each recipient in the Southern California community. The SCPGA Foundation’s sole focus is to assist those in need through a variety of options focused on the game of golf. The life skills associated with the game are unmatched and the SCPGA Foundation views each activity and event as key contributions to a junior’s overall mental, physical, and social development.

Below you will find the scholarship recipients listed along with the university they are attending;

SCPGA Foundation Scholarship – $10,000.00 to each
Adam Anderson, University of Oklahoma
Carlee Verdugo, Rocky Mountain College
Tyler Meister, California Lutheran University
Zebulon Barnes, Lincoln University

Friends of Golf Scholarship – $2,500 to each
Louis DePiro, University of Nevada
Kacey Ly, UCLA
Alysa Davis, University of Maryland Eastern Shores
Andrew Silvas, Cal Poly SLO
Amy Seo, Occidental College

Bob McCurry Memorial Scholarship – $1,300 to each
Caleb Kim, Cal State Long Beach
Ethan Elleraas, Oregon State University
Madigan Escobar, UC Santa Barbara
Maleyna Gregorio, UC Riverside

The Jane Scholarship – $3,500
Viann Casuga, Cal State Long Beach

Rex Cole Scholarship – $500
Keenan Ward, Southern University and A&M College

Giovanni Villani Scholarship – $500
Victoria Takaki, UC Berkeley

Thank you to our SCPGA Foundation supporters for affording us the opportunity to award these scholarships opportunities to some of the best and brightest student-athletes in Southern California.