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“A kid grows up a lot faster on the golf course. Golf teaches you how to behave.”

Jack Nicklaus

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“Find a good teacher that will keep the game fun. Work hard and don’t be afraid to have success or disappointment. That is what golf is all about.”

Paula Creamer

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“If you consistently worry about a glass ceiling you can’t break, you will be your own break.”

Condoleezza Rice

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“We all have the power to influence somebody… In five minutes you can change someone's life. If you embrace it, it could be a powerful thing.”

Stacy Lewis

Our Mission

It would not surprise you to know that most golfers in the US are men, with women and girls representing less than a quarter of all on-course golfers. Programs like First Tee and Girls Golf, along with leaders from the LPGA, are trying to encourage more girls into the sport and junior golfers are now becoming more diverse. Today, more than one-third of junior players are girls, compared to 15% in 2000. Our mission is to help more girls enter the sport of golf by helping provide the needed equipment and apparel that may be a financial burden to some families.

Our Mission

It would not surprise you to know that most golfers in the US are men, with women and girls representing less than a quarter of all on-course golfers. Programs like First Tee and Girls Golf, along with leaders from the LPGA, are trying to encourage more girls into the sport and junior golfers are now becoming more diverse. Today, more than one-third of junior players are girls, compared to 15% in 2000. Our mission is to help more girls enter the sport of golf by helping provide the needed equipment and apparel that may be a financial burden to some families.

Our Mission

It would not surprise you to know that most golfers in the US are men, with women and girls representing less than a quarter of all on-course golfers. Programs like First Tee and Girls Golf, along with leaders from the LPGA, are trying to encourage more girls into the sport and junior golfers are now becoming more diverse. Today, more than one-third of junior players are girls, compared to 15% in 2000. Our mission is to help more girls enter the sport of golf by helping provide the needed equipment and apparel that may be a financial burden to some families.

Breaking Barriers

Golf can be a life-long sport and can help girls and women break barriers at school and work, as well as improve their social lives. Nonetheless, many junior golfers are unable to enjoy the sport because of financial reasons. Golf course fees, “green fees,” can be very expensive and reduce the access to many courses, yet several community organizations are helping junior golfers gain access. Another burden still remains, as many girls are not able to purchase golf clubs, shoes and sports apparel and these can be quickly outgrown.

Having the proper clubs, golf shoes and attire not only helps deliver a better game, it can improve self-esteem. Our goal is to help reduce some of the barriers that prevent girls from entering and staying in junior golf programs. Equipped fore Success, Inc. is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that seeks donations, including golf equipment and golf apparel, and distributes to girls joining formal golf programs throughout South Florida.

Our Founder

Sofia Tomas learned at a very young age the gender disparity within the sport of golf. As a 7 year old, being told by other children her age that golf was “a sport for boys,” it determined her to change perceptions. Over time, Sofia gained an appreciation for the sport and encouraged other girls to play. Sofia’s passion is to continue helping other girls enter and stay in the sport. She has served for years in leadership roles at Girls Golf of Miami, including as president of the organization, which is dedicated to preparing girls ages 6-17 for a lifetime of enjoyment playing golf.

Our Founder

Sofia Tomas learned at a very young age the gender disparity within the sport of golf. As a 7 year old, being told by other children her age that golf was “a sport for boys,” it determined her to change perceptions. Over time, Sofia gained an appreciation for the sport and encouraged other girls to play. Sofia’s passion is to continue helping other girls enter and stay in the sport. She has served for years in leadership roles at Girls Golf of Miami, including as president of the organization, which is dedicated to preparing girls ages 6-17 for a lifetime of enjoyment playing golf.

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