Maggie Hathaway Golf Course
Renewal Project
About the Project
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Since it opened in 1962, the Maggie Hathaway Golf Course has thrived as a center for aspiring golfers and building community.
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The Fore Youth: 2023 U.S. Open Community Legacy campaign, led by the SCGA, USGA and The Los Angeles Country Club (LACC), has raised over $8M for the project to create a community legacy benefiting underserved and underrepresented youth.
The Maggie Hathaway course is a County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation facility, and in October 2024, the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors approved an investment of $7.8 million from the 2024-2025 Supplemental Budget for its renovation.
This proposed project will provide new and improved facilities and resources, while honoring the trailblazing legacy of performing artist, community activist, and golf pioneer, Maggie Hathaway.
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The Proposed Renewal Project:
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Renovated Golf Course, Enhanced Driving Range, Practice Facilities, and new Landscaping
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New Clubhouse with Community Center + Youth Enrichment Lab + Golf Shop
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Expanded Junior Golf Programming
Anticipated Timeline
Announcements
January 2025: Construction has begun and the golf course will be closed until late 2025. We have completed turf spray-out and tree maintenance is in progress.
November 2024: We celebrated the Groundbreaking for the Maggie Hathaway Golf Course Renewal Project on November 7, 2024. PGA major-winner Collin Morikawa, State Senator Steven Bradford, L.A. County Supervisor Holly Mitchell, County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation Director Norma E. García-González, world-renowned golf architect Gil Hanse, USGA CEO Michael Whan and over 200 community members attended to celebrate the next step in this project. To date, over 15 million dollars has been raised and construction will begin in early 2024.
December 2024: The golf course will be closing for renovations on Sunday, January 5th, 2025. ​We will continue to post updates on this website as the project progresses.
Watch this recap on CBS News and visit the
Fore Youth Media Page for more coverage.
What's Changing?
Community Benefits
Renovated Golf Course
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New design by renowned golf course architect, Gil Hanse, will be more beautiful, interesting and engaging
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Improved course sustainability with a more efficient irrigation system and the introduction of Bermuda grass to reduce water use
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Redesigned driving range that will serve more people, be more accessible and closer to the clubhouse, and allow for a wide range of skills
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Enlarged practice areas with a 30% larger putting green and brand new chipping green
New Building & Community Center
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New Building Proposed with 3,000 – 5,000 Sq. Ft. to house Community Center, Youth Enrichment Lab, and Golf Shop
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​Additional Outdoor Eating and Gathering Spaces
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Food Service Area with Outdoor Grab n' Go option
Expanded Junior Golf Programming
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The County of Los Angeles Department of Parks and Recreation has collaborated with SCGA and other partners to provide youth golf programs at County golf courses. Fundraising will help expand youth programs at Maggie Hathaway.
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Positive Youth Development
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Coaches and Mentors
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Affordable Junior Golf Classes
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Competitive Playing Opportunities
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Uniforms and Equipment
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Financial Assistance for All Services
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College Scholarships