Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Public Charity Status and Public Support
Complete if the organization is a section 501(c)(3) organization or a section
4947(a)(1) nonexempt charitable trust.
Attach to Form 990 or Form 990-EZ. See separate instructions.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2011
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED STATES GOLF ASSOCIATION
Employer identification number
13-1427105
Part I
Reason for Public Charity Status
(All organizations must complete this part.) See instructions
The organization is not a private foundation because it is: (For lines 1 through 11, check only one box.)
1
2
3
4
5
section 170(b)(1)(A)(iv). (Complete Part II.)
6
7
8
9
receipts from activities related to its exempt functions—subject to certain exceptions, and (2) no more than 331/3% of
its support from gross investment income and unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 tax) from businesses
acquired by the organization after June 30, 1975. See section 509(a)(2). (Complete Part III.)
10
11
e
By checking this box, I certify that the organization is not controlled directly or indirectly by one or more disqualified persons other than foundation managers and other than one or more publicly supported organizations described in section 509(a)(1) or section 509(a)(2).
f
If the organization received a written determination from the IRS that it is a Type I, Type II or Type III supporting organization, check this box
..................................................
g
Since August 17, 2006, has the organization accepted any gift or contribution from any of the following persons?
(i) a person who directly or indirectly controls, either alone or together with persons described in (ii)
Yes
No
and (iii) below, the governing body of the the supported organization?
................
11g(i)
(ii)
a family member of a person described in (i) above?
......................
11g(ii)
(iii)
a 35% controlled entity of a person described in (i) or (ii) above?
................
11g(iii)
h
Provide the following information about the supported organization(s).
(i) Name of supported organization
(ii) EIN
(iii) Type of organization (described on lines 1- 9 above or IRC section (see instructions))
(iv) Is the organization in col. (i) listed in your governing document?
(v) Did you notify the organization in col. (i) of your support?
(vi) Is the organization in col. (i) organized in the U.S.?
(vii) Amount of support?
Yes
No
Yes
No
Yes
No
Total
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990.
Cat. No. 11285F
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011
Page 2
Part II
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 170(b)(1)(A)(iv) and 170(b)(1)(A)(vi) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 5, 7, or 8 of Part I or if the
organization failed to qualify under Part III. If the organization fails to
qualify under the tests listed below, please complete Part III.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2007
(b) 2008
(c) 2009
(d) 2010
(e) 2011
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") ....
2
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf.......
3
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
4
Total. Add lines 1 through 3..
5
The portion of total contributions by each person (other than a governmental unit or publicly supported organization) included
on line 1 that exceeds 2% of the amount shown on line 11, column (f)..
6
Public Support. Subtract line 5 from line 4.
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2007
(b) 2008
(c) 2009
(d) 2010
(e) 2011
(f) Total
7
Amounts from line 4..
8
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
9
Net income from unrelated business activities, whether or not the business is regularly carried on..
10
Other income. (Explain in Part IV.) Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets..
11
Total support (Add lines 7 through 10).
12
Gross receipts from related activities, etc. (See instructions.)
..................
12
13
First Five Years
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here..........................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
14
Public Support Percentage for 2010 (line 6 column (f) divided by line 11 column (f))
.........
14
15
Public Support Percentage for 2009 Schedule A, Part II, line 14
...............
15
16a
33 1/3% support test—2011.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13, and line 14 is 33 1/3% or more, check this box
and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
......................
b
33 1/3% support test—2010.
If the organization did not check the box on line 13 or 16a, and line 15 is 33 1/3% or more, check this
box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
.....................
17a
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2011.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, or 16b and line 14
is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test, check this box and stop here. Explain
in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported
organization
..................................................
b
10%-facts-and-circumstances test—2010.
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, or 17a and line
15 is 10% or more, and if the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test, check this box and stop here.
Explain in Part IV how the organization meets the "facts and circumstances" test. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
..............................................
18
Private Foundation
If the organization did not check a box on line 13, 16a, 16b, 17a or 17b, check this box and see
instructions
...................................................
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011
Page 3
Part III
Support Schedule for Organizations Described in IRC 509(a)(2) (Complete only if you checked the box on line 9 of Part I or if the organization
failed to qualify under Part II. If the organization fails to qualify under
the tests listed below, please complete Part II.)
Section A. Public Support
Calendar year(or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2007
(b) 2008
(c) 2009
(d) 2010
(e) 2011
(f) Total
1
Gifts, grants, contributions, and membership fees received. (Do not include any "unusual grants.") .
38,549,596
32,440,107
11,526,265
13,257,782
19,968,269
115,742,019
2
Gross receipts from admissions, merchandise sold or services performed, or facilities furnished in any activity that is related to the organization's tax-exempt purpose......
129,142,138
120,302,394
104,249,646
114,037,744
117,039,349
584,771,271
3
Gross receipts from activities that are not an unrelated trade or business under section 513..
0
0
0
0
0
0
4
Tax revenues levied for the organization's benefit and either paid to or expended on its behalf...
0
0
0
0
0
0
5
The value of services or facilities furnished by a governmental unit to the organization without charge..
0
0
0
0
0
0
6
Total. Add lines 1 through 5.
167,691,734
152,742,501
115,775,911
127,295,526
137,007,618
700,513,290
7a
Amounts included on lines 1, 2, and 3 received from disqualified persons...
0
0
0
0
0
0
b
Amounts included on lines 2 and 3 received from other than disqualified persons that exceed the greater of $5,000 or 1% of the amount on line 13 for the year.
0
0
0
0
0
0
c
Add lines 7a and 7b..
0
0
0
0
0
0
8
Public Support (Subtract line 7c from line 6.)
700,513,290
Section B. Total Support
Calendar year (or fiscal year beginning in)
(a) 2007
(b) 2008
(c) 2009
(d) 2010
(e) 2011
(f) Total
9
Amounts from line 6...
167,691,734
152,742,501
115,775,911
127,295,526
137,007,618
700,513,290
10a
Gross income from interest, dividends, payments received on securities loans, rents, royalties and income from similar sources..
9,819,836
3,704,079
5,497,524
7,079,866
5,962,004
32,063,309
b
Unrelated business taxable income (less section 511 taxes) from businesses acquired after June 30, 1975.
547,834
169,943
345,222
857,714
411,819
2,332,532
c
Add lines 10a and 10b.
10,367,670
3,874,022
5,842,746
7,937,580
6,373,823
34,395,841
11
Net income from unrelated business activities not included in line 10b, whether or not the business is regularly carried on.
0
0
0
0
0
0
12
Other income. Do not include gain or loss from the sale of capital assets (Explain in Part IV.)
0
0
0
0
0
0
13
Total support (Add lines 9, 10c, 11 and 12.).
178,059,404
156,616,523
121,618,657
135,233,106
143,381,441
734,909,131
14
First Five Years
If the Form 990 is for the organization's first, second, third, fourth, or fifth tax year as a 501(c)(3) organization,
check this box and stop here.............................................
Section C. Computation of Public Support Percentage
15
Public Support Percentage for 2011 (line 8 column (f) divided by line 13 column (f))
.........
15
95.320 %
16
Public support percentage from 2010 Schedule A, Part III, line 15
...............
16
95.432 %
Section D. Computation of Investment Income Percentage
17
Investment income percentage for 2011 (line 10c column (f) divided by line 13 column (f))
......
17
4.680 %
18
Investment income percentage from 2010 Schedule A, Part III, line 17
.............
18
4.568 %
19a
33 1/3% support tests—2011.
If the organization did not check the box on line 14, and line 15 is more than 33 1/3% and line 17 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
..........
b
33 1/3% support tests—2010.
If the organization did not check a box on line 14 or line 19a, and line 16 is more than 33 1/3% and line 18 is not more than 33 1/3%, check this box and stop here. The organization qualifies as a publicly supported organization
....
20
Private Foundation
If the organization did not check a box on line 14, 19a or 19b, check this box and see instructions
.....
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011
Page 4
Part IV
Supplemental Information.
Supplemental Information. Complete this part to provide the explanation required by Part II, line 10; Part II, line 17a or 17b; or Part III, line 12. Also complete this part for any additional information. (See instructions).
Facts And Circumstances Test
Explanation
Schedule A (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011
Additional Data
Software ID:
11000129
Software Version:
v1.00
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TIN:
SCHEDULE O (Form 990 or 990-EZ)
Department of the Treasury Internal Revenue Service
Supplemental Information to Form 990 or 990-EZ
Complete to provide information for responses to specific questions on
Form 990 or to provide any additional information.
Attach to Form 990 or 990-EZ.
OMB No. 1545-0047
2011
Open to Public Inspection
Name of the organization
UNITED STATES GOLF ASSOCIATION
Employer identification number
13-1427105
Identifier
Return Reference
Explanation
F990_P01_S00_L06
Form 990, Part I, Line 6
The estimate for volunteers represents people who serve on a USGA committee or USGA sub-committee. The estimate does not include the thousands of individuals who volunteer their time at USGA championships, and contribute toward the success of those USGA championships.
F990_P04_S00_L08
Form 990, Part IV, Line 8
The museum collection, consisting of graphics, books and other golf memorabilia, is owned by the USGA.
F990_P06_S0A_L06
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 6
The USGA is an association of member clubs and courses. While application for membership is open to any golf club, golf course or golf training facility, as specified and defined in the USGA By-Laws, voting privileges are limited to member clubs. Voting privileges do not extend to member courses or to member golf training facilities. Membership applications are reviewed and subject to approval or rejection at the discretion of the Executive Committee. Membership is automatically continuous unless interrupted by written resignation or expulsion in accordance with USGA By-Laws. Acceptance of membership binds each member to uphold all provisions of the USGA's Certificate of Incorporation, and By-Laws and other rules, to accept and enforce all rules and decisions of the Executive Committee acting within its jurisdiction and to otherwise conduct itself in a manner that furthers the interests of the USGA to promote the best interests and true spirit of the game of golf. (The USGA is organized and exists under the Non-Profit Corporation Laws of the State of Delaware. The USGA is a non-stock entity.)
F990_P06_S0A_L07a
Form 990, Part VI, Section A, Line 7a
The Executive Committee is the governing body of the USGA. The Executive Committee consists of fifteen voting members, including the five officers. Each member of the Executive Committee is elected at the annual meeting of the USGA and holds office until the annual meeting next succeeding his or her election and his or her successor is elected and qualified, or until his or her resignation or removal. Each member club is entitled to be represented by one voting delegate at the annual meeting of the USGA. Duly certified proxies may be voted by voting delegates at the annual meeting of the USGA.
F990_P06_S0B_L11b
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 11b
The Federal Form 990 is compiled by USGA staff. After the Managing Director of Finance has reviewed the Federal Form 990 and deemed it to be accurate and complete, a copy of the Federal Form 990 is provided to the Executive Director and to all Executive Committee members (all voting Board members) for their review. After the Federal Form 990 is reviewed by all Executive Committee members, it is signed by the Assistant Treasurer and submitted to the IRS.
F990_P06_S0B_L12c
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 12c
The USGA requires Executive Committee members and USGA employees to administer their affairs honestly and efficiently, exercising due care, skill and judgement for the benefit of the USGA. It is the responsibility of Executive Committee members and USGA employees to make a full disclosure of any personal involvement which might result in a conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest on their part. Such disclosures are submitted to the Audit Committee Chair and/or the Chief Legal Officer for review and consideration as per stated procedures. Additionally, once a year, the USGA requires Executive Committee members and USGA employees to review the USGA's conflict of interest policy and submit a statement attesting to their understanding of and compliance with the policy. Any conflict of interest or the appearance of a conflict of interest must be included on the submitted statement. The Audit Committee reviews the statements and makes any necessary decisions to manage and/or eliminate the conflicts.
F990_P06_S0B_L15
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 15
On a periodic basis, the USGA does a thorough review of compensation for the Executive Director, the Managing Director of Finance, and the four Senior Managing Directors. This review includes a compensation survey by an independent compensation consultant, and consideration of comparability data obtained from other sources. The survey and data are carefully considered by the USGA's Compensation Committee to ensure that compensation is reasonable and appropriate. This thorough review was last completed, and documented, in October 2011. (JANE-CHANGE?) In addition, employees of the USGA undergo a thorough evaluation process at the end of each year. Performance and goals are carefully reviewed and documented, then discussed with the employee. Merit increases and bonus awards are determined based on these evaluations.
F990_P06_S0B_L16b
Form 990, Part VI, Section B, Line 16b
The USGA has a joint ventures policy to ensure that all arrangements are consistent with the organization's tax exempt status under IRC Section 501(c)(3). Specifically, the purpose of the policy is to set forth guidelines to help ensure that arrangements with for-profit entities will not jeopardize the USGA's tax exempt status.
F990_P06_S0C_L19
Form 990, Part VI, Section C, Line 19
The USGA makes the following documents available to the public by providing them to GuideStar to post on their website at www.guidestar.org: IRS Letter of Determination; Federal Form 1023; Federal Form 990; Federal Form 990-T; audited financial statements; conflicts of interest policy. The USGA also makes its governing documents available to the public "upon request" at its headquarters location in New Jersey, during normal business hours.
F990_P08_S00_L01g
Form 990, Part VIII, Line 1g
As noted on Schedule M, the USGA receives non-cash donations. Some non-cash donations are for the museum collection. And some non-cash donations are to assist with USGA championships. The USGA does not record non-cash donations. The USGA does not assign a value to non-cash donations. As such, no value is reported on line 1g.
F990_P11_S00_L05
Form 990, Part XI, Line 5
Effect of changes to unfunded postretirement benefit obligations of -$2,636,144. Net unrealized gain on investments of $15,001,739.
SchB_P02_S00_L00
Schedule B, Part II
As noted on Schedule M, the USGA receives non-cash donations. Some non-cash donations are for the museum collection. And some non-cash donations are to assist with USGA championships. The USGA does not record non-cash donations. The USGA does not assign a value to non-cash donations. As such, no non-cash donations are included on Schedule B.
For Paperwork Reduction Act Notice, see the Instructions for Form 990 or 990-EZ.
Cat. No. 51056K
Schedule O (Form 990 or 990-EZ) 2011
Additional Data
Software ID:
11000129
Software Version:
v1.00
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TIN:
TY 2011 ReasonableCauseExplanation
Name:
UNITED STATES GOLF ASSOCIATION
EIN: 13-1427105
Software ID:11000129
Software Version:v1.00
Explanation:
The USGA year end is November 30, 2012, and therefore filing on April 15, 2013 is within the 5 1/2 month timeframe.