This year, there will be two powerful days designed to build confidence, create connections, and expand access to opportunity. This is the GWMB Foundation's signature experience, a structured leadership event that demonstrates our mission in action. Visit womensgolfdayga.com to learn more.
Auditorium Program
Georgia Department of Public Safety Bldg
180 Shirley C. Franklin Blvd Atlanta, GA
9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
An impactful morning of insight and conversation designed to prepare participants for environments where relationships and opportunities are created.
Golf Tournament & Clinic
Sugar Creek Golf Course
2706 Bouldercrest Rd, Atlanta, GA 30316
8:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Co-Hosted by State Rep. Sheila Jones and Rep. Doreen Carter. A hands-on course experience for all.
Women's Golf Day in Georgia Scholarship
Provided by the GWMB Foundation. A portion of every ticket and sponsorship directly funds scholarships and programming for emerging leaders pursuing education and leadership development opportunities.
Preparing Emerging Leaders for What Comes Next
We are preparing to launch our New Leader Readiness Program, designed to close the gap between education and real-world expectations. This program addresses that gap directly by equipping students with practical leadership skills, strong communication habits, and the decision-making approach required to navigate professional environments with clarity and confidence. The goal is to prepare emerging leaders to step into opportunities ready, not figuring it out as they go.
More details and cohort information will be released soon.
The GWMB Foundation develops leaders by preparing students and emerging professionals for real-world environments through structured programs and access to opportunities, using golf as a strategic tool for exposure, confidence, and access.
Expanding access to the environments that shape leadership and long-term professional success so that those environments reflect the full breadth of talent available.
Structured, not recreational — every program has defined outcomes
Workforce readiness focused — built around real professional environments
Confidence by design — participants leave with presence, not just participation
Access-first — scholarships and subsidized pricing remove barriers
The GWMB Foundation is not a recreational organization. We operate structured programs designed to produce tangible outcomes in workforce readiness, leadership competency, and access to professional environments that shape long-term career trajectories.
Equipping participants with the professional skills and confidence required to succeed in competitive career environments.
Structured programs that build decision-making, communication, and executive presence. The skills that translate directly to career advancement.
Direct access to environments where business relationships are formed, decisions are made, and opportunities emerge.
Removing financial and structural barriers so that qualified, motivated individuals can participate in leadership development programs.
The GWMB Foundation programs are organized around the single principle that participants should leave more prepared for the real world than when they arrived. Every program is outcome-oriented and designed to build the skills and access that define long-term success.
Career exposure, professional skill-building, and leadership development for students and young professionals. Structured experiences that connect aspiration with real-world readiness.
- Career pathway exploration
- Professional presence and communication
- Skill-building through structured environments
Workshops and real-world learning environments designed to accelerate executive readiness and build the professional networks that open doors.
- Signature annual events
- Industry-focused workshops
- Peer and mentor network access
Financial support and leadership-focused opportunities for participants who demonstrate commitment to growth. Barriers to participation are lowered or removed completely.
- Annual scholarship awards
- Subsidized program access
- Targeted support for emerging leaders
The GWMB Foundation's work is made possible by individuals and organizations who understand the value of structured leadership access. Whether you are attending, sponsoring, partnering, or volunteering, your involvement produces real outcomes.
Join us to celebrate Women's Golf Day in Georgia 2026. Show up ready to learn, connect, and engage in a structured professional environment. Register below.
Sponsorship places your organization alongside a leadership initiative with credibility, reach, and measurable impact. Packages are available at multiple investment levels.
Corporate and institutional partners gain access to a pipeline of leadership-ready professionals and the opportunity to shape workforce readiness at its source.
Contributions to the GWMB Foundation go directly to scholarships, program delivery, and expanding access to leadership environments for students and emerging professionals who would otherwise not have it. This is not a general fund. Every dollar is tied to a specific outcome.
Fund the Women's Golf Day in Georgia Scholarship and other awards that reduce financial barriers to leadership participation.
Cover the operational costs of structured leadership events, workshops, and youth workforce readiness programs.
Help the Foundation reach more students, more communities, and more environments where professional opportunity is created.
The GWMB Foundation is a 501c(3) nonprofit organization. All donations support scholarships and structured leadership programming.
For corporate giving, matching gifts, or planned giving inquiries, contact us directly to discuss options aligned with your organization's goals.
The GWMB Foundation is guided by a passionate team of leaders committed to uplifting the next generation of professionals. Their collective expertise and dedication drive our mission forward, ensuring every program delivers meaningful impact.
Founder & Executive Director
Patrina leads the strategic vision and overall operations, ensuring the foundation remains focused on its core mission of leadership development.
Vice President
Marquetta plays a crucial role in program oversight and partnership development, expanding the foundation's reach and impact.
Secretary
Arletha manages the foundation's administrative functions and governance, providing essential support for smooth and efficient operations.
Treasurer
Lora ensures the financial health and transparency of the foundation, diligently managing resources to maximize program delivery and scholarships.
The Golf Women Mean Business (GWMB) Foundation prepares students and emerging leaders for real-world success through structured leadership development and exposure to environments where relationships and opportunities are created.