Join us in transforming our historic 350 acres into a campus of opportunity for a city, a neighborhood, and a game.
How are we changing the game?
Cobbs Creek, opened in 1916 as a trailblazing golf course for all, will soon become a campus of opportunity through a visionary $150-million project that is attracting philanthropic investment and partnerships.
Join us in supporting the Cobbs Creek Foundation as we create a self-sustaining model making golf a conduit for social impact. We will keep world-class golf accessible, and the revenue stream generated from 36 holes and a best-in-class driving range will provide ongoing support for the Cobbs Creek Campus and its wealth of free programming serving our community.
What can I do to advance this work?
We are welcoming philanthropic partners from across our region and beyond who are interested in supporting our vision for the Cobbs Creek Campus and this $150 million campaign. Reach out to Gail Hoeflich to set up a conversation.
Our new campus
Between spring 2025 and fall 2027, the Cobbs Creek Campus, propelled by philanthropy and partnerships, will come alive.
The Reservoir, a key component of our commitment to sustainability and smart management of resources, opened in spring 2024.
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In the coming months, we will break ground on restoring three miles of creek and adding more than 25 acres of wetlands.
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The heart of Campus, the TGR Learning Lab, will open in spring 2025, bringing some 4,500 students in grades 1–12 and their families here for STEAM, career readiness, and college access programs.
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Our two-tier Driving Range, with Top-Tracer technology, will open by summer 2025. Soon after, the Heritage Center, a Restaurant, and Event Space will follow, all inside this building.
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TGR-designed short course and its Jordan B. Spieth Practice Green will open by fall 2025.
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The Clubhouse (right) and Halfway House will anchor the Olde Course, open for golf by the end of 2026.
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A SEPTA bus stop on Lansdowne Avenue, combined with the nearby 69th Street Transportation Center, will ensure easier access to Campus.
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Karakung will be transformed into a 9-hole course by summer 2027.
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“Supporting this project means investing in a brighter future for everyone involved, especially our children and families.”
DR. STACY PHILLIPS, CEO, West Philadelphia
Achievement Charter Elementary School
285,000
anticipated golfers and visitors who will use our Campus annually
30,000
square feet of opportunities for the entire community in the TGR Learning Lab
4,500
students every year in grades 1-12 will be connected to brighter futures on the Cobbs Creek Campus
“Just like my dad, I admire the legacy Tiger Woods is creating for young golfers of color. He is following in Charlie Sifford’s footsteps and changing the game for generations to come.”
CHARLIE SIFFORD JR.
In a city known for firsts, your partnership and investment can bring to life this self-sustaining, revolutionary model and put us out in front again.
With the Campaign for Cobbs Creek, the game of golf, which has always offered its share of rewards, challenges, and lasting lessons, now has the capacity to change lives, land, and legacy—for good.
$10 million
projected annual revenue, all reinvested in programs and community
137 FTE jobs
in addition to 650 FTE jobs during construction
$50 million
in economic impact from a future professional golf event
We are proud that Change the Game has attracted a number of high-profile partnerships, and we look forward to adding to this infrastructure of support and collaboration.
Our Foundation and this campaign benefit immeasurably from the leadership of a dedicated cadre of Philadelphia-area leaders and innovators.
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Christopher Maguire, Chair
Jeffrey Shanahan, President
William Smilow, Vice Chair
Chris Lange, Sr., Founding CEO
James Woodland, Vice President
Chris Dodson, M.D., Secretary
Jason Ray, Treasurer
Russ Ball
William Boonn, M.D.
James Bradbeer
Amara Briggs
Steve Davidson
Caroline DeMarco
Michele Dowell
Harold Epps
Michael Forman
Christopher Franklin
Thomas Gravina
Pastor Terrence Griffith
Rev. Reginald Johnson
Steve Kelly
Chris Lange, Jr.
Kevin Lucey
James Maguire
Deborah Maine
Michael McDermott
George Nichols
Megan Maguire Nicoletti
Charles Pizzi
Andy Pyfer
Hon. Marjorie Rendell
William Sasso
Matthew Tewksbury
Oscar Turner
Fran Van Kirk
Judith von Seldeneck
Cyrus Walker
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Jeffrey Shanahan, President
Enrique Hervada, Chief Operating Officer
Don Dissinger, Project Development Director
Chuck Bernicker, Chief Financial Officer
Gail Hoeflich, Vice President
Erin Cook, Head of Strategy Execution
Julia Dignam, Director of Development and Communications
Colby Roberts, Development and Communications Officer
Chris Parker, General Manager
Ben Dewan, Golf Course Superintendent
Patrick Andrews, Old Course Superintendent