Revised 09/17/2025
A Heartfelt Thank You from the Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association
On behalf of the Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association (MABGA), we extend our deepest gratitude to everyone who played a role in making the 2025 Annual MABGA Tournament a tremendous success. This event is more than just a day of golf — it is a celebration of community, inclusion, and the shared belief that everyone deserves the opportunity to enjoy the great game of golf.
Your support, dedication, and contributions enable MABGA to continue its mission of empowering blind and low-vision golfers by fostering confidence, building friendships, and creating opportunities for personal growth both on and off the course. We are especially grateful for the chance to strengthen our Junior Golf Program, which provides young golfers with life-changing experiences, mentorship, and a pathway to discover their potential through golf.
Whether you participated as a golfer, sponsor, volunteer, or supporter, your involvement made this year’s tournament truly special. Each contribution — large or small — helps us continue breaking down barriers and ensuring that the game we all love remains accessible to everyone.
A Special Thank You to Our 2025 Signature Sponsor
A very special thank you goes to Amwins, whose generous contribution as our 2025 Signature Sponsor was instrumental in the success of this year’s tournament. As a long-time supporter of MABGA, Amwins has played an important role in helping us sustain and grow this event. Their ongoing commitment strengthens our programs, supports our Junior Golf initiatives, and creates opportunities that make a lasting difference in the lives of blind and low-vision golfers.
To all of our other patrons, your involvement and encouragement are truly appreciated. Together, we are making a meaningful difference in the community.
Thank you again for your unwavering support!
2026 Tournament Date & Location
We are excited to share the details for the 2026 MABGA Annual Fundraising Tournament:
| Date: | Monday, August 17, 2026 |
| Location: | Bala Country Club 2200 Belmont Ave Philadelphia, PA 19131 |
Click here to view the location on Google Maps
Mark your calendars now — we can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable day of golf, camaraderie, and community impact.
President’s Letter
Dear Friends, Coaches, and Members of the Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association (MABGA),
Welcome, and thank you for joining us as we celebrate the 77th anniversary of MABGA! Since our founding in 1948, MABGA has been dedicated to providing blind and low-vision individuals with the opportunity to experience the joy of golf. The visionaries who founded MABGA laid the foundation for a community where everyone can participate, thrive, and enjoy the game.
Over the years, MABGA has expanded its impact, sponsoring fourteen junior golf events annually. In 2021, we proudly completed the construction of the Kritz Golf Course at the New York Institute for Special Education, our second junior golf course. Additionally, our adult programs continue to grow, hosting approximately thirty outings each year, along with our annual fundraising tournament and the Joe Casey Pro-Am Tournament.
MABGA’s influence extends beyond the golf course. We are a supportive community that fosters physical activity, mental well-being, and meaningful connections through the game of golf. Whether it’s the camaraderie, the benefits of being outdoors, or the challenge of the game, MABGA offers blind and low-vision individuals a space to thrive.
At the heart of our success are our incredible coaches. Their dedication, time, and patience make it possible for our members to participate in the game we all love. To our coaches, we extend our deepest gratitude for everything you do.
We also want to express our heartfelt thanks to the golf clubs that welcome us to their courses, adding a special dimension to our lives. Your generosity and support are invaluable.
A big thank you is also owed to our advertisers and sponsors, whose contributions make our fundraising efforts possible. The fees collected from participants only cover a small portion of the actual costs of the event. The rest is made possible by the donations and sponsorships from supporters like you.
As we continue to grow and serve our community, we ask for your ongoing support. The success of MABGA depends on the commitment of our members, coaches, friends, and donors. Will you join us in helping MABGA continue to thrive and provide opportunities for blind and low-vision golfers, both junior and adult?
Thank you for being an integral part of our journey.
Sincerely,
Mario Tobia, President
Middle Atlantic Blind Golf Association
Important Deadlines:
- Ad Book Submission Deadline: August 11, 2025 – to ensure inclusion in the tournament booklet
- Player Registration Deadline: August 20, 2025
- Tournament Registration: Open through September 30, 2025 – to accommodate last-minute signups and post-event payments
Application Forms
Ad Books from Previous Tournaments
Each year, our tournament Ad Book highlights not only our generous sponsors, but also the friends, families, businesses, and community partners who come together to support MABGA’s mission. These pages reflect the wide circle of encouragement that sustains our work and stand as a lasting record of the generosity and community spirit that make this tournament possible.