National Golf Foundation

What is the NGF and why should you join?

The NGF is the most trusted source of information and insights on the business of golf. As the only trade association serving 4,000 members from all segments of the golf industry, NGF is a non-profit, objective and independent resource dedicated to supporting all the people, companies, facilities and associations that earn their living in golf.

Member Resources

2012 Research Line-up

Latest Releases

industry intelligence for better business decisions

Core Golfers & Technology

A snapshot of golfers and technology from NGF's new 2011 Study...
Summary of Facilities in the U.S. - 2012

This one-page overview of golf facilities in the U.S., updated annually, is a quick reference for NGF members...
U.S. Golf Supply - Market Correction Continued in 2011

What is the real impact of the net closure of facilities?
Summary of Golf Participation in the U.S. 2012

This one-page summary shows how the number of golfers has changed from 1985 to present...
Operating and Financial Performance Profiles

Profiles golf facility revenues, expenses and other benchmarks...
Golf Participation in the U.S.

Detailed profile of U.S. golfers in 2010. Participation rate and number of golfers by gender, age, income and education...