Golf Not Guns

Golf Not Guns is a nonprofit organization that uses youth golf programs to help reduce violence and strengthen neighborhoods. Its approach combines exposure to golf with mentorship and connections to community programs, aiming to provide participants with wraparound support and encourage positive outcomes. The organization also introduces young people to career paths in the golf industry, presenting the sport as both a constructive activity and a potential gateway to future opportunities.

Golf Not Guns serves communities through chapters in Columbus, Arizona, and Milwaukee. Its work includes youth programming, community support, and events, with local chapter donations helping sustain and expand these efforts. The organization invites supporters to contribute toward reaching more young people and hosting events in its communities. By bringing golf, mentors, and community resources together, Golf Not Guns seeks to offer youth positive alternatives while contributing to violence prevention and stronger neighborhoods. Its mission focuses on making the benefits and opportunities associated with golf more accessible to young people.