Charity Golf Event
The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am
Hosted at Desert Forest Golf Club
The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am is a charity golf outing at Desert Forest Golf Club in Carefree, AZ, scheduled for Monday, May 18, 2026. Registering is one of the few ways the public can play this private course while backing a good cause.
About This Event
The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am invites golfers of all abilities to tee it up at Desert Forest Golf Club in Carefree, AZ. Because Desert Forest Golf Club is a private club, an outing like this is a rare chance for non-members to experience the course.
The Mountain West mixes high-desert layouts and mountain courses, several of which rank among the most scenic private clubs in the country. Desert courses play through the winter while higher-elevation clubs peak in summer. A spring date like this one is right in the heart of the local golf calendar.
Expect a format featuring Pro-Am, Private Club and Other. For $800, entrants typically get the round, a cart, and practice-range access — often alongside meals and prize contests. At $800, this is a top-tier outing — usually a marquee club or a package with extras beyond the round.
This event has already taken place. Browse the directory for upcoming charity outings where you can register to play Desert Forest Golf Club and other private clubs.
About the Charity
Your entry to The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am is more than a green fee: it’s a donation. Events like this let clubs and nonprofits turn a day of golf into meaningful fundraising for the cause behind the event.
The official signup page (linked above) spells out the charity’s background, sponsorship packages, and ways to give beyond the entry fee.
Frequently Asked Questions
- How do I register for The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am?
- Registration is handled directly by the charity. Use the “Register” button on this page to reach the official signup, where you can reserve an individual spot or a full foursome.
- Where is The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am being held?
- The event is held at Desert Forest Golf Club in Carefree, AZ.
- What is the entry fee?
- Entry for The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am is $800. Check the registration page for exactly what’s included and any foursome or sponsorship options.
- Can the public play Desert Forest Golf Club?
- Desert Forest Golf Club is a private club, so public access is limited. Charity events like The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am are among the best ways to play the course without being a member or a member’s guest.
- When is golf season for charity outings in Arizona?
- Desert courses play through the winter while higher-elevation clubs peak in summer. The Gathering - Southwest PGA Foundation Pro-Am is one of the Arizona events listed in our directory.