The Herb Graffis Award is designed to recognize a PGA of America Section for extraordinary and exemplary contributions and achievements in the area of Player Development. This award considers initiatives conducted by the Section, involvement of members in Section and National growth of the game programs, and overall impact on growth of the game.

Herb Graffis Award Guidelines:

• Section’s commitment to growth of the game initiatives.
• Quantity, quality and diversity of player development programs.
• Active involvement in National player development programs.
• Participation of Section members in Play Golf America.
• Inspiration of fellow Sections in the area of player development.
• Overall impact on growing the game.