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For many of our nation’s heroes, the transition back to civilian life can be a silent battle. At NEPGA REACH, we believe the golf course is a powerful sanctuary for recovery.
The New England PGA Military Pillar is dedicated to enhancing the physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being of our Veterans. By pairing the heritage of the PGA Professional with the resilience of the Veteran community, we provide more than just golf lessons—we provide a community, a purpose, and a path forward.
All programs led by PGA Pros certified in adaptive golf and military cultural competency.
Thanks to our donors, all instructional programs and events are provided at no cost.
PGA HOPE introduces golf to veterans with disabilities to enhance their physical, mental, social, and emotional well-being. Participants of PGA HOPE New England program include military Veterans living with physical and cognitive challenges such as Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) and Post -Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
PGA HOPE New England is proud to host (28) lprograms at (26) locations across New England, with programs starting in May and continuing through October annually.
Our 9-hole social playing opportunities for our Veterans across New England. The goal, bring together golfers along with their non-golfing brothers or sisters from all branches of the armed forces that want to learn or play in a relaxed atmosphere, where the focus is camaraderie.Eight OPD events will be offered during 2026, please follow the link below for Dates & Locations
The New England Veteran Series (NEVS) is a golf tour operated by PGA REACH New England and designed specifically for Veterans with competitive aspirations. NEVS is designed to foster friendly competition among Veterans, while providing access and playing opportunities at some of the most premier Golf facilities in New England.The NEVS is open to all Active-Duty Service members or Veterans and will offer a monthly, 18-hole playing experience for those registered to play.
PGA REACH New England is excited to collaborate with our neighboring Sections - the Connecticut and Northeastern New York PGA for the Fourth Annual, Northeast HOPE Invitational.With the support of our friends from the ES Veterans Association, our three Sections will join resources and passion for PGA HOPE and bring together (60) invited Veterans and PGA Professionals for an afternoon of camaraderie, competition, celebration and appreciation for the great game of golf.
PGA REACH New England will organize and offer The Champion's Tribute, an afternoon instructional opportunity open to Active and Former Military, and will follow day one of each Section major – the Seniors, the Section and the Assistant Professional Championship.This unique event is designed to align our military heroes and NEPGA Professionals to network, socialize and be around the game with a clinic and putting competition.
Removing financial barriers by putting clubs into the hands of those who served.Through Sets Fore Vets, your unused or gently used set of clubs can be put directly into the hands of a Veteran learning the game of golf!
A season long journey with PGA HOPE New England VeteransHOPE-ing for Par in Life is a firsthand account of what PGA HOPE New England strives to accomplish, giving back to those that have sacrificed so much for us. During this 50-minutes, Veterans from each branch of the military, having served in World War II, to those who have recently returned home safely, share their stories through laughter and tears about what PGA HOPE New England means to them and their brothers and sisters.
Whether you are a veteran looking to join our programs, a donor wanting to support our mission, or a PGA Professional eager to mentor—your journey starts here.
Learn about how PGA REACH New England supports Veterans and their families through golf programs in New England.