Caddie Compassion Fund - a Financial Assistance Program for Retired African American Caddies

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

Walter "Roundhead" Newton Jr., Former Augusta Caddie

Walter Newton Jr., First Gift Recipient of the IAAGH Caddie Compassion Fund, November 2024.

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

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

Leon Maben, Advocate/Historian of Augusta Black Caddies

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

Executive Committee

Ramona Harriet, Founder/CEO - IAAGH

Leon Maben, Advocate/Historian - Augusta Black Caddies

Sydney Moore, Director - IAAGH

Caddie Compassion Fund is 100% supported by donations.

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