The ANNIKA Foundation Announces the Launch of the ANNIKA Inspiration Award to Honor Outstanding Alumnae

Orlando, Fla. — The ANNIKA Foundation, founded by Annika in 2007 and renowned for its role in empowering female golfers worldwide, is proud to announce the creation of the ANNIKA Inspiration Award, a prestigious new annual honor that will recognize exceptional alumnae who have made a meaningful impact on the world beyond the golf course.

For 17 years, the ANNIKA Foundation has been a global leader in identifying and developing elite female golfers, many of whom have transitioned from youth programs like the “Share My Passion” clinics to prestigious amateur tournaments and professional tours. Yet as the Foundation evolves, so does its mission. The ANNIKA Inspiration Award marks the next step in expanding that mission to recognize and celebrate alumnae whose contributions transcend golf while utilizing life skills acquired through the game.

The ANNIKA Inspiration Award will recognize alumnae who are inspiring or have demonstrated extraordinary contributions to their communities, professions or the world at large. Whether through leadership in business, service to their country or life-changing achievements in fields such as medicine, education or nonprofits, honorees will exemplify the Foundation’s commitment to fostering excellence both on and off the course.

“We’ve always been focused on empowering young women to discover their passions and follow their dreams on and off the course, and I couldn’t be prouder of the work the foundation has done,” Annika said. “The ANNIKA Inspiration Award allows us to celebrate the incredible contributions our alumnae are making in all areas of life. It is proof that the values learned through golf—dedication, honesty, resilience and passion—can create lasting success in whatever path they choose.”

ANNIKA alumnae will be defined as former participants in an ANNIKA junior event, ANNIKA Cup event, Women’s Amateur Latin America, ANNIKA collegiate event, ANNIKA Development Program and/or the ANNIKA Women’s All Pro Tour, as well as

former recipients of the ANNIKA Award presented by Stifel. While further details are to come, the first ANNIKA Inspiration Award winner is expected to be recognized in November 2025 during The ANNIKA driven by Gainbridge at Pelican LPGA Tour event, taking place at Pelican Golf Club in Belleair, Fla.