
Korda, whose name is synonymous with LPGA success, has bought the very public golf course where she first picked up a club.
But unlike many wealthy athletes who might privatize such a landmark or turn it into another exclusive destination for the elite, Korda has something far more ambitious in mind.
This golf course, once a place of humble beginnings for a young girl, will soon become Korda Futures — a state-of-the-art, multi-million-dollar youth golf and education academy dedicated to providing children who would otherwise never have access to the sport the tools, resources, and mentorship to excel.
The vision behind Korda Futures is simple yet powerful: To give every child, regardless of their background, the same opportunities to succeed in golf that Nelly Korda had when she was just starting out.
A Journey That Began on a Florida Course

Korda’s rise from a quiet young girl practicing in Florida to a global sensation on the LPGA Tour is a story of perseverance, grit, and talent.
But it is also a tale of the immense privilege she was granted when she was able to step onto the course for the first time and be given a chance.
A chance to practice, to compete, and to dream.
It wasn’t always easy. Like many young athletes, Korda faced challenges — not just on the course, but off it.
As she sharpened her skills and proved her worth, she realized that not everyone had the same starting point, nor the same access to the game she loved.
Many kids stood at the edge of the fence, eyes filled with desire, but no clear path forward.
For these kids, golf was a dream that felt just beyond reach.
Korda knows how it feels. She knows what it’s like to stand outside looking in.
Korda Futures: A Legacy of Giving Back

Now, after becoming one of the most decorated players in golf, Korda is coming back for the kids who are still standing outside, staring at a sport that might seem out of their grasp. She’s bought the course where she learned to swing, but she’s not doing it for nostalgia or profit.
Instead, she’s reimagining it as Korda Futures, an academy that will focus not just on golf but also on education.
“This academy is about opening doors,” Korda said in a statement.
“The greatest victory I’ve ever had isn’t one that’s written on a scoreboard — it’s seeing kids who never thought golf was possible, walk through these gates and begin their journey.”
The Korda Futures Academy will provide scholarships, coaching, and mentoring to children from underprivileged communities.
The program will focus on giving them access to the game, as well as educational resources to support their academic journeys.
This initiative is a direct response to the lack of diversity and inclusivity in the sport, offering a path for kids who may have otherwise never been able to pick up a golf club.
With plans for world-class facilities and a comprehensive curriculum, Korda Futures aims to create champions not just in sport but in life.
No Trophies, Just Opportunity
What makes this project truly unique is Korda’s commitment to staying true to her roots.
The golf course where she learned to play is not being renamed, nor is it being turned into a private country club for the elite.
It will remain a
public space, open and accessible to anyone who dreams of becoming the next great golfer — regardless of their background.
“I don’t want this to be a place where only the privileged can play,” Korda explained.
“This is about opportunity.
This is about giving kids a shot at something they might never have thought possible.”
She’s taken the idea of sports philanthropy to the next level.
Rather than simply writing a check, Korda has dedicated herself to creating a lasting, sustainable impact.
Her vision extends far beyond golf. It is about changing lives through mentorship, education, and community-building.
Golf is just the vessel through which these young minds will be inspired, but the lessons learned at Korda Futures will go far beyond the green.
A Call to the Next Generation
Through Korda Futures, Nelly Korda is not only opening the gates of a golf course but also the gates to an entirely new world for countless young athletes.
Her legacy, built on dedication and hard work, will now live on in the children she empowers to dream big and aim higher.
For Nelly, this is the real win.
Not the trophies. Not the fame.
But the chance to give someone else the opportunity she was fortunate enough to receive.
As she has proven time and again, the greatest victories in life are not always the ones on a scoreboard.
Sometimes, they’re the moments that change someone’s life forever.
And for Korda, that’s what Korda Futures is all about: creating champions for life.