THE ILLINOIS TURFGRASS FOUNDATION

The Illinois Turfgrass Foundation was founded on December 22, 1959, under the "General Not For Profit Corporation Act" in the State of Illinois. To establish and maintain turfgrass research and education fund to be used to support turfgrass research and educational programs of the University of Illinois. Also, to promote and advance the interests of its members as growers of turfgrasses, the turfgrass industry, and associated industries in the improvement of turfgrasses consistent with the best ... interests of the public." Much of this purpose still holds true today, however, the Illinois Turfgrass Foundation has evolved to support turfgrass research and education programs throughout Illinois including Southern Illinois University and the Chicago District Golf Association. As the largest turf principal organization in Illinois, ITF has contributed over 1.5 million dollars to projects and grants within the state.More