The Initiative

The women in our clinics fund the women on our leaderboards.

A full-circle ecosystem. Every registration, every trip, every shirt sold moves the game forward for women — from first swing to final round on tour.

The Fund

Every sale, a contribution.

A percentage of every Course Collective clinic, trip, and product goes directly into The Initiative Fund — pooled monthly and distributed to our roster of pro ambassadors.

The Ambassadors

A roster, not a scholarship.

Each ambassador commits monthly hours to the Collective — clinics, content, mentorship — and receives a monthly stipend from the Fund to support their tour season.

Meet the Ambassadors

Coming soon.

Our first ambassador class is being announced ahead of Summer 2026. Follow along or join the community below to be there when we unveil them.

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Every registration you make supports a woman on tour.

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The Course Collective Initiative

Tee Her Up.

Preparing women for success. Providing the tools to get there.

Pathway 01

Sponsor a Pro

Back an aspiring tour professional through Tee Her Up — our direct pledge sponsorship program. 100% of your sponsorship goes directly to the player.

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Pathway 02

Apply as an Ambassador

Are you an aspiring tour professional who wants to be part of something bigger? Apply to become a TCC Ambassador.

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Why It Matters

What It Actually Costs to Chase the Dream.

Before a player hits her first shot of the week, she has already spent money she may not earn back. Here is the honest breakdown of what one week on the Epson Tour — the official developmental tour of the LPGA — costs in 2026.

ExpensePer EventFull Season (20 Events)
Tournament entry fee$450$9,000
Yardage book$35$700
Housing (shared Airbnb)$500$10,000
Rental car (shared)$500$10,000
Meals (elite athlete nutrition)$300$6,000
Practice round fees$150$3,000
Caddie (volunteer with tip)$100–$300$2,000–$6,000
Coaching & swing work$100–$300$2,000–$6,000
Equipment & gear upkeep$2,000–$5,000
TOTAL SEASON ESTIMATE$2,135–$2,535$44,700–$55,700
Entry fees and yardage books alone for a full 20-event Epson Tour season total $9,700 — before a single hotel room, meal, flight, or rental car. One Epson Tour player earned less in total prize money in an entire season than her entry fees alone cost her. She played in 20 tournaments. She kept going anyway. Your sponsorship is what makes that possible.

100% Goes to the Player. Every Time.

Tee Her Up operates as a direct pledge program. Your dollars never pass through The Course Collective — we facilitate the connection and the community, but every cent you commit goes straight to the woman chasing her dream.

You Commit

Choose your tier, select your player, and make your pledge directly to them via bank transfer, Venmo, or Zelle.

TCC Connects

We introduce you to your sponsored player, facilitate the relationship, and keep you updated on her season.

She Plays

Your player competes knowing she has community behind her — free to focus entirely on her game.

Tee Her Up currently operates as a direct pledge program while The Course Collective plans the formation of a dedicated 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Sponsorships are not currently tax-deductible. Once our nonprofit status is established, all future sponsorships will qualify for a full tax deduction. We will notify all current sponsors when this transition takes effect.
Tee Her Up

Choose Your Level of Impact.

Every tier makes a real, tangible difference in a player's season. Choose the level that feels right — whether you are an individual who wants to back a gal or a company building a meaningful partnership with women's golf.

Tier 01

Community Backer

$500 flat
What Your Dollars Cover

One full tournament entry fee ($450) plus her yardage book ($35) — the unavoidable cost before she even tees it up. Without this, she cannot play. You are literally paying for her tee time.

What You Receive
  • Name on player's TCC profile page
  • Tournament result updates to your inbox all season
  • Personal handwritten thank-you from the player
  • The knowledge that you paid for her tee time
Tier 02

Course Collective Patron

$1,500 flat
What Your Dollars Cover

The majority of one week on the road — entry fee, yardage book, housing share, and rental car. It meaningfully reduces the financial burden of showing up and competing, even if it doesn't cover every dollar of the week.

What You Receive
  • Everything in Community Backer
  • Tagged in TCC social content when the player competes
  • Personal video message from the player at season start
  • Name featured in The Course Collective Initiative newsletter
Tier 03

Tournament Sponsor

$3,000 flat
What Your Dollars Cover

Entry fees and yardage books for approximately six tournaments — a meaningful stretch of her season where she can focus on her game instead of her bank account.

What You Receive
  • Everything in Course Collective Patron
  • Logo or name on player's social content for the full season
  • Named on TCC website as an Official Tee Her Up Sponsor
  • VIP invite to one TCC Foundation Series event or corporate clinic
  • Dedicated TCC Instagram shoutout — your name attached to her story
Tier 04

Official Sponsor

$6,000 flat
What Your Dollars Cover

Approximately two to three full weeks on tour — entry fees, housing, transportation, meals, and practice costs. Real runway that lets her compete without financial stress on every shot.

What You Receive
  • Everything in Tournament Sponsor
  • Logo on player's bag or apparel during competition
  • Co-branded content with TCC and the player
  • Dedicated newsletter feature spotlighting your sponsorship
  • Invited to play a round of golf with the pro at a TCC event
  • Named partnership announcement on TCC social media
Tier 05

Founding Partner

$10,000 flat
What Your Dollars Cover

Nearly 20% of a player's full season costs — foundational support that gives her genuine financial security and the freedom to compete without calculating whether she can afford the next event.

What You Receive
  • Everything in Official Sponsor
  • Primary logo on player's bag and apparel full season
  • Named as Founding Partner on TCC website permanently
  • Private round of golf with Kelli Bowers and the sponsored pro
  • Custom co-branded content series throughout the season
  • First right of renewal for the following season
  • Option to attend a tournament and walk the course during competition week

Corporate & Custom Partnerships

For companies and brands wanting a bespoke structure — multiple players, co-branded event integrations, or a fully tailored partnership. Contact us to build something custom.

golfisforthegals@gmail.com
TierFlat FeeWhat It Covers
Community Backer$5001 entry fee + yardage book
Course Collective Patron$1,500Majority of 1 tour week
Tournament Sponsor$3,000~6 tournament entries
Official Sponsor$6,0002–3 full tour weeks
Founding Partner$10,000~20% of full season costs
Corporate / CustomInquireBespoke partnership structure

Back a Gal.

Ready to sponsor a player? Fill out the form below and we will match you with a TCC Ambassador whose story and goals align with yours.

Tee Her Up is a direct pledge program. Your sponsorship is paid directly to the player. Sponsorships are not currently tax-deductible. A 501(c)(3) nonprofit is in planning — all current sponsors will be notified when tax-deductible giving becomes available.

Apply to Become a TCC Ambassador.

The Course Collective Ambassador Program is more than a sponsorship opportunity — it is a two-way partnership built on shared values, community commitment, and a genuine belief that golf is for the gals.

2026–27 Season Availability

3–5 ambassador spots available. Spots are limited intentionally — every ambassador receives real attention, real relationship, and real community support.

Applications Open Year-Round

We accept applications on a rolling basis and review on a continuous basis throughout the season.

Important

Being selected as a TCC Ambassador does not guarantee sponsorship. Ambassador status makes you eligible to be matched with sponsors through Tee Her Up. All selected ambassadors are expected to actively participate in The Course Collective community — including assisting in running Foundation Series clinics, learning the TCC G.A.P. curriculum, and contributing to our mission of growing women's golf. This is a two-way partnership.

01

Brand & Mission Alignment Interview

A conversation with Kelli Bowers to explore your story, your values, and whether your vision for women's golf aligns with The Course Collective mission. This is not a golf evaluation — it is a character and culture conversation.

02

Community Commitment Interview

A deeper discussion about your availability, your vision for your ambassador role, and how you plan to contribute to Foundation Series clinics and the TCC curriculum. We want to understand what you bring to the community — not just what the community brings to you.

Ambassador Expectations
  • Actively participate in The Course Collective community throughout the season
  • Assist in running a minimum number of Foundation Series clinics per season
  • Learn and deliver the TCC G.A.P. System curriculum under Kelli's guidance
  • Create authentic social content sharing your journey — tournament updates and TCC moments
  • Represent The Course Collective brand with integrity on and off the course
  • Engage genuinely with TCC community members, sponsors, and partners
  • Communicate openly with TCC about your season schedule, results, and challenges

Tell Us Your Story.

There are no right or wrong answers — we want to understand who you are, where you're going, and why The Course Collective feels like the right community for your journey.

Section 01 — Who You Are

Section 02 — Your Golf Resume

Section 03 — Your Goals

Section 04 — Mission Alignment

Most important section

Section 05 — Community & Commitment

Section 06 — Anything Else

By submitting this application you confirm all information is accurate and that you understand the two-step interview process, the community commitment expectations, and that ambassador status does not guarantee sponsorship. Send your completed application to golfisforthegals@gmail.com with subject line: Tee Her Up Ambassador Application — [Your Name]. We review all applications on a rolling basis and will be in touch within 2 weeks.