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PGA of America created April 10th, 1916 When and where did Wanamaker gather prominent professionals for a luncheon to discuss forming a national organization? January 17, 1916. MARTINIQUE HOTEL IN NEW YORK. 1st PGA Championship October 1916 at Siwanoy CC in NY. Wanamaker donated a $2,580 purse and trophy Ryder Cup 1927. Samuel Ryder 1st Sr. PGA Championship? Where? Who started it? Name of trophy? 1937. Augusta National. Bobby Jones. Alfred Bourne WHO WON THE 1ST PGA CHAMPIONSHIP? Jim Barnes What was the objective of the PGA founders? To grow and elevate the game of golf and the standards of the profession. They also embody a sincere desire to make the game accessible to all those who want to play How often is the Ryder Cup played? Every 2 years How did the PGA support the war effort? The PGA supported the war effort by purchasing two ambulances for the American Red Cross, distributing clubs and balls to military bases, and raising more than $25,000 When was the PGA Championship broadcast live for the first time on TV and radio? 1958 When did the Association moved its headquarters to Palm Beach Gardens, Florida? 1965 When was the Tournament players division formed? 1968 When was the Tournament players division renamed to the PGA Tour? 1975 When was the first PGA Club National Championship? 1968