Caddie Compassion Fund

The Caddie Compassion Fund is an Assistance Program for Retired Caddies. This program is funded completely by charitable donations and is a project of the

Institute of African American Golf History (IAAGH).

"Walter Newton and Family would like to thank you, the Institute of African American Golf History, for your generous donation of $500. Your thoughtfulness and kindness is appreciated. Again, thanks."

Walter "Roundhead" Newton Jr. Former Augusta National Caddie

Making A Difference

Purpose

The IAAGH Caddie Compassion Fund is designed to assist African American retired caddies who find themselves in a temporary financial hardship due to unforeseen emergencies beyond the

applicant’s control, including but not limited to:

Fire
Natural disaster (flood, tornado, etc.)
Property theft
Loss of property
Unavoidable financial emergency
Disease
Extended illness / disability

First IAAGH Caddie Compassion Fund Gift to Walter Newton Jr., November 2024

Tropical storm damage to Walter Newton's house, August 2024. Photo: Courtesy Walter Newton.

"Wow, it feels good to be a part of an organization (IAAGH) that is designed to help the Augusta Black Caddies!!!" Photo: Hurricane damage to Walter Newton's house, September 2024. Courtesy Walter Newton

Leon Maben, Advocate/Historian of Augusta Black Caddies

Help Make a Difference

Give to the Caddie Compassion Fund

The Caddie Compassion Fund provides financial assistance to as many eligible applicants as possible.

Every donation makes a difference. No matter the amount, donations provide help when help is most needed.

Executive Committee

Ramona Harriet, Chair/CEO - IAAGH

Leon Maben, Advocate/Historian - Augusta Black Caddies

Sydney Moore, Administrator - "Inspire, Dream, FORE- Ever" IAAGH Program

More Information

The Institute of African American Golf History is a 501(c)(3) corporation based in Ocala, Florida. Institute of African American Golf History is also known as IAAGH.

For more information about the Caddie Compassion Fund including applicant criteria, contact Ramona Harriet at 352-434-0204 or Leon Maben at 404-488-3207.

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