Brooks Koepka split a $5 million charitable contribution between a number of causes, the PGA Tour announced Tuesday, as the five-time major winner continued to complete the steps outlined in his return to the tour via the Returning Member Program.
The PGA Tour revealed in January that Koepka was set to return after his departure to LIV Golf in 2022. Per terms set up at that time, one step was a sizable contribution to charities approved by the PGA Tour.
Another provision of Koepka’s return included a five-year forfeiture of participation in the player equity program, which could amount to a $50-85 million penalty, according to PGA Tour CEO Brian Rolapp.
The Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation will receive $1 million of Koepka’s contribution. It is the primary charitable recipient at this week’s Cognizant Classic, which is Koepka’s hometown event at Palm Beach Gardens, Fla.
Another $1.5 million will be spread out over 10 different recipients, while the remaining $2.5 million will go to beneficiaries selected by other PGA Tour players.
Koepka has played in two events since making his return, finishing in a tie for 56th place at the Farmers Insurance Open outside of San Diego, while failing to make the cut at the WM Phoenix Open. He is entered in this week’s event as the PGA Tour makes its way to Florida following the season-opening West Coast Swing.
