Terms and Conditions

Effective Date: September 2026
Last Updated: September 2026

Welcome to Golfhouse Midwest (https://golfhousemidwest.com). Golfhouse Midwest serves as the collaborative headquarters and digital home uniting the Midwest Section PGA, the PGA REACH Midwest Foundation (a 501(c)(3) charitable foundation), and the Heart of America Golf Course Superintendents Association (HAGCSA).

By accessing, browsing, or using this website, you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms and Conditions ("Terms") and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these Terms, please do not use this website.

1. Intellectual Property & Trademarks

All content, visuals, layouts, logos, text, graphics, and materials available on this site are the exclusive property of Golfhouse Midwest, the Midwest Section PGA, the PGA REACH Midwest Foundation, and HAGCSA, or their respective licensors, and are protected under United States and international copyright, trademark, and unfair competition laws.

  • The PGA of America name, crests, emblems, and service marks are registered trademarks of The Professional Golfers' Association of America.
  • The HAGCSA name and insignia are proprietary marks of the Heart of America Golf Course Superintendents Association.
  • You may not reproduce, distribute, modify, display, republish, or broadcast any content from this website without explicit prior written authorization from Golfhouse Midwest.

2. Permitted Use & User Conduct

You may use this website solely for lawful, non-commercial purposes in accordance with these Terms. You agree that you will not:

  • Submit false, misleading, defamatory, or fraudulent inquiries through our contact forms.
  • Use automated tools, spiders, scrapers, or bots to harvest data from this site without prior written consent.
  • Introduce viruses, Trojan horses, worms, or other malicious or technologically harmful code.
  • Attempt to gain unauthorized access to, interfere with, damage, or disrupt any parts of the website, servers, or connected systems.

3. Charitable Contributions & Donations

The PGA REACH Midwest Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) tax-exempt charitable organization. When you donate through our online portal:

  • Donation transactions are processed securely through our trusted third-party payment partner, PayPal.
  • Charitable gifts directly support our core pillars: Youth development (Junior golf, Drive, Chip & Putt), Military programs (PGA HOPE), and Inclusion initiatives.
  • Contributions are tax-deductible to the fullest extent permitted by federal and state law. Official receipts are issued directly via PayPal and/or foundation staff.
  • All donations are voluntary and final. For questions regarding a contribution, please contact foundation staff via our Contact Us modal.

4. Third-Party Links & External Portals

For your convenience and seamless access to golf operations, this website provides links to external services and partner platforms, including but not limited to:

  • Midwest Section PGA: Official tournament operations, player portals, and professional schedules hosted on BlueGolf.
  • PGA REACH Midwest: Secure charitable donation gateways hosted on PayPal.
  • HAGCSA: Member registration, continuing education, and event management hosted on WildApricot.
  • Social Media: Official accounts on Facebook and Instagram.

Golfhouse Midwest does not control, endorse, or assume responsibility for the content, privacy practices, terms of service, or operations of any third-party website. Accessing external platforms is done at your own risk.

5. Disclaimer of Warranties

This website and all information, materials, and services provided herein are offered on an "as is" and "as available" basis without warranties of any kind, whether express or implied. While we strive to maintain accurate, up-to-date tournament dates, program criteria, and contact directories, Golfhouse Midwest does not warrant that:

  • The site will operate uninterrupted, secure, or error-free.
  • Defects will be corrected immediately.
  • The site or server that makes it available is free of viruses or harmful components.

6. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by applicable law, in no event shall Golfhouse Midwest, the Midwest Section PGA, the PGA REACH Midwest Foundation, HAGCSA, or their respective officers, directors, trustees, employees, volunteers, or agents be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising out of or related to your use of, or inability to use, this website or any linked resources.

7. Digital Accessibility Statement (ADA & WCAG 2.1 AA)

Golfhouse Midwest is committed to facilitating the accessibility and usability of its digital properties for all individuals, including people with disabilities. We continually review and enhance our website to conform with the Web Content Accessibility Guidelines (WCAG) 2.1 Level AA.

If you experience any difficulty accessing content or have suggestions for accessibility improvements, please contact us through our Contact Us modal with details on the specific page and issue. We will make all reasonable efforts to address your concern promptly.

8. Governing Law & Jurisdiction

These Terms and Conditions and any disputes arising under or related to your use of this website shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of Missouri and the federal laws of the United States of America, without regard to its conflict of law principles.

9. Modifications to Terms

We reserve the right to revise and update these Terms from time to time at our sole discretion. Any changes will be posted directly to this page with an updated "Last Updated" date. Your continued use of the website following the posting of revised Terms means that you accept and agree to the changes.

10. Contact Us

If you have any questions or concerns regarding these Terms and Conditions, please contact us through our on-site form.