volunteering
Like most golf clubs, the Kansas City Golf Association depends on volunteers to govern and assist in conducting programs and services. Only through the dedicated efforts of active directors, committee members, and a small professional staff is the KCGA able to accomplish the myriad of activities. These men and women travel all over the community conducting championships; measuring, marking, and rating courses; presenting seminars; and promoting the Association and golf in many other ways. Although these individuals possess a wide range of golf skills and come from a variety of social and business backgrounds, they all have a common denominator they want to give something back to the game that has meant so much in their lives. While the Board of Directors govern and chart the future path of the Association, committee members accomplish the day-to-day activities of the Association. They serve without remuneration, paying their own expenses to attend meetings and complete committee assignments. These volunteers are truly the backbone of the KCGA, helping perpetuate the game of golf for those who will follow.
What do we look for in a prospective Committee Member?
- Be an active and respected member of their club.
- Commit necessary time and money required for committee assignments.
- Be willing to actively participate in committee activities.
- Attend seminars and learn what is required to serve the KCGA.
- be a person who can effectively serve as a " voice" at their club for the KCGA.
- Enjoy working with all ages.
- Ability to learn quickly and not afraid to learn on the job.
Most of our committee members start out working at our championships or junior golf tour events. During this time, both parties get to know each other. The knowledge gained at these events will serve you better to understand all aspects of the Association. Listed below are the four standing committees and their guiding principles to give you a better idea of what the Association is about and help you decide where you might best fit into the Association.
Club Services
Guiding Principle - The Club Services Committee shall represent and promote the Association s member services by providing efficient course rating and state of the art handicapping in accordance with the USGA Course Rating and Handicap System. It shall provide consulting services relevant to the enhancement and education of the Association's clubs.
Rules & Competitions
Guiding Principle - The Rules and Competitions Committee shall conduct regional amateur championships and serve as the authority on the Rules of Golf for the golf community of greater Kansas City.
Golfer Development
Guiding Principle - The Golfer Development Committee shall represent and promote the best interests and true spirit of amateur golf to youth and non-core golfers of greater Kansas City, through education and competitions.
Communications
Guiding Principle - The Communications Committee shall communicate and promote the KCGA, its mission as well as its programs and services, to the amateur golf community of greater Kansas City. It shall develop relationships with corporate and private groups to guarantee the perpetuation of the Association through the development of financial partnerships and membership benefits.
This is the way it works
Candidate's name is submitted to the Executive Director.
Executive Director contacts candidate and requests him to fill out an application.
Candidate meets with the Executive Director to discuss the Association and opportunities.
Candidate's application is submitted to a review panel for evaluation.
Review panel evaluates application and makes a recommendation to the Executive Director.
If appointed as a committee member the candidate is notified by the Executive Director.
Committee member attends orientation and is provided Association uniform and materials.
