The Idaho Golf Association (IGA) is a 501 (C)(7) non-profit organization founded in 1969 with the goal of being an all-encompassing umbrella organization for amateur golf in Idaho. The mission of the IGA is to promote the best interest of amateur golf, by providing course rating and handicapping service to member clubs, conducting championships, providing playing opportunities for members, education, and protecting the spirit of the game. The IGA is comprised of approximately 17,000 members and approximately 75 member clubs. The IGA is governed by a Board of Directors comprised of up to fifteen men and women who each serve three-year terms. Operations are administered by six full-time employees and USGA P.J. Boatwright Interns. Eighteen state championships and various USGA qualifiers are conducted each year in addition to over 30 events on the IGA Junior Tour schedule.