February 25, 2026
Watson Links has unveiled its 2026 Playing Partner network, marking significant national growth and a more diverse mix of 51 partners across 23 states. This milestone reflects a new era of momentum for the nonprofit founded by golf legend Tom Watson, further advancing its mission to make on-course golf mentoring more accessible nationwide.
January 14, 2026
Watson Links proudly announces a new partnership with the National Golf Course Owners Association (NGCOA) to expand access to golf mentoring nationwide. Launching during National Mentoring Month this January, together we’re creating more opportunities for junior golfers to learn, play, and grow through meaningful relationships with adult mentors at local courses across the country.
December 3, 2025
Watson Links is pleased to announce grant funding opportunities to expand national golf mentoring in 2026. Grant application dates are December 10, 2025 -January 9, 2026. New and return awardees are welcome. Interested applicants can learn more about the application process and criteria here and by attending our informational webinar on December 16, 2025.
November 5, 2025
In 2025, Watson Links is celebrating significant growth, with youth and mentor participation rising two to three times over the previous year. The organization with national reach continues to remove barriers and build community through the game. With more rounds and initiatives still in motion, its impact is set to grow even further by year-end.
July 9, 2025
Watson Links and Imperial are expanding their partnership in 2025 with “Hats Off to Helping Others,” a campaign celebrating golf mentorship that includes gifting mentors and junior golfers Imperial hats.
June 19, 2025
As a prelude to the 2025 American Century Championship golf tournament in Lake Tahoe, American Century Investments will host the American Century Swing Series driven by Watson Links in five locations across the United States.
April 30, 2025
The collaboration brings together two icons of sport and service with a shared mission: to positively impact the lives of young people through sports and mentoring.
February 27, 2025
Introducing a new, access-driven partnership between Athletic Solutions—a trusted online provider of high-quality, branded athletic gear—and Watson Links.
February 17, 2025
Watson Links triples program's reach for 2025 golf season by partnering with 11 additional First Tee chapters
July 29, 2024
Watson Links and Big Brothers Big Sisters Kansas City (BBBS) are partnering for the summer on a pilot program to provide free golf opportunities for local Matches.
