Introduction
EDGA is entering an exciting new phase as we transition to becoming a UK‑registered charity. As part of this development, we are expanding our Board of Trustees to strengthen our governance and enhance our ability to develop golf for people with disabilities (G4D).
We are seeking individuals with a diverse range of skills and experiences who share our commitment to improving accessibility and creating meaningful opportunities for people with disabilities. While knowledge of golf is helpful, it is not essential – what matters most is a passion for inclusion and the ambition to support our next stage of growth.
If you believe in our mission and feel you can contribute to shaping EDGA’s future, we would be delighted to hear from you.
Tony Bennett
EDGA Chair of Trustees
About Us EDGA
EDGA (formerly the European Disabled Golf Association) was formed 25 years ago in The Netherlands as a not-for-profit association.
Since then, it has grown into a global organisation dedicated to advocacy, education, and the creation of opportunities for people with disabilities to sample, participate in, and compete in golf. Today, EDGA works with national golf federations in more than 50 countries across five continents.
The EDGA Board has recognised the need to evolve its governance structure, operational capacity, and reporting approaches, to fulfil its purpose and deliver its mission now and in the future.
Consequently, in November 2025 EDGA’s members unanimously supported the board’s recommendation to move to a charity registered in England & Wales. This process is underway and is expected to be completed by late spring 2026. Once complete, the UK charity will be the successor to EDGA (Netherlands) with all assets and activities transferring to the new charity. Existing board members will become Trustees of the charity, and they will be complimented by new, openly recruited trustees to bring greater skills and experience to develop the charity’s objectives.
In late 2025, EDGA finalised their new three-year strategy, and EDGA’s Vision, Mission and Purpose are as follows:
Vision: A future where all golfers with disabilities are fully welcomed, supported and thriving within the golf ecosystem.
Mission: To advocate for an inclusive sport that celebrates and empowers people with disabilities. We support the development of opportunities for every golfer with a disability by championing inclusion at every level of golf.
Purpose: To be the leading provider of knowledge, research, expertise, and advocacy in golf for the disabled (G4D), shaping a sport where inclusion is the standard, not the exception.
Our Strategy
A summary of EDGA’s strategy is below:
As we move into our next chapter and become established as a UK‑registered charity, we are strengthening our governance by expanding our Board of Trustees. This is a pivotal moment in EDGA’s development, and we want to ensure we have the right blend of skills, experience, and lived perspectives to guide the organisation through this transition and into the future.
We are therefore seeking new Trustees who can help us build a resilient, ambitious, and inclusive charity – one that can achieve its mission, uphold strong governance, and create meaningful impact for golfers with disabilities.
We are specifically seeking Trustees with expertise in:
Finance (charity finance, financial strategy, risk, audit)
Income generation & fundraising (corporate partnerships, philanthropy, trusts & foundations, commercial income)
UK charity experience (governance, legal, compliance, safeguarding, charity law)
We welcome applications from everyone, including people with lived experience of disability, and from those who are new to trusteeship but bring relevant professional skills.
The role of a Trustee
Trustees will play a vital role in ensuring the charity is well governed, financially sustainable, and delivering meaningful impact.
Core Responsibilities – Provide strategic leadership and oversight
Ensure financial stability and effective risk management
Uphold the charity’s mission, values, and legal obligations
Support and challenge the new Executive Director & paid workforce
Approve budgets, plans, and major decisions
Act as an ambassador for the charity
Time Commitment
4–6 Board meetings per year (meetings are currently run online)
Attendance at relevant subcommittee meetings (run online)
Attendance at key events where possible
Approx. 1–2 days per month
Term of Office
Three year term, re-appointable up to three times
Remuneration
This is a voluntary role
Reasonable expenses are reimbursed
Who We Are Looking For
Essential Attributes (all trustees)
Commitment to disability inclusion and the charity’s mission
Strategic thinking and sound judgement
Willingness to contribute actively and collaboratively
Understanding of collective responsibility and good governance
Ability to act with integrity, independence, and confidentiality
Behavioural Competencies
Aligned with the Nolan Principles of public life: selflessness, integrity, objectivity, accountability, openness, honesty, and leadership.
Visionary, dynamic, and resilient with strategic perspective.
Low ego; relationship builder.
Excellent interpersonal and negotiation skills.
Commitment to EDGA’s values and long-term mission.
Willingness to invest time and energy as an ambassador and resource for the organisation.
Specialist Roles x3
1. Trustee – Finance
Ideal for: qualified accountants, finance directors, charity finance professionals. Key strengths sought:
Financial strategy and oversight
Management accounts, budgeting, reserves
Risk management and audit
Understanding of charity SORP (desirable)
2. Trustee – Income Generation & Fundraising
Ideal for: fundraising leaders, commercial partnership specialists, philanthropy professionals. Key strengths sought:
Fundraising strategy and diversification
Corporate partnerships and sponsorship
Trusts & foundations
Donor stewardship and relationship building
3. Trustee – Charity Governance / Legal
Ideal for: charity governance specialists, lawyers, compliance professionals. Key strengths sought:
Charity law and regulatory compliance
Governance frameworks and board development
Safeguarding and risk
Policy development
How to Apply
EDGA are being supported through this recruitment by Steven Day, Managing Director, SDY Consultants Ltd.
If you are interested in applying, please submit:
Your CV (maximum 2 pages)
A short supporting statement (1–2 pages) outlining:
-Why you want to join the Board
-What skills and experience you bring
-Which specialist area(s) you are applying for:
Send your application to: steven.day@sdyconsultants.co.uk
Deadline: Friday 27 March 2026
If you would like an informal conversation before applying, please contact: Steven Day from SDY Consultants Ltd via email (steven.day@sdyconsultants.co.uk) to arrange.
Screening and interviews will take place shortly after the deadline.