The joined hands of the unique Kaufman Cup trophy (an original hand-crafted piece by artist Michael Aram) aptly convey the inspiration for Pat Kaufman’s sponsorship. A lover of the game herself, she believes in its unifying power, and has long dedicated herself to the advancement of amateur golf on the local, state and national levels.

Prior to serving as President of the WDCGA (2001-2002), Pat was a founding member and first President of the Maryland State Golf Association Women’s Division. She was recognized by the WDCGA in 2004 with the Sharon Briggs Award for Distinguished Service.

Pat served on the United States Golf Association Executive Committee from 2008 - 2011, where she was a member of the Rules of Golf Committee, and chaired the USGA Senior Amateur Championship.

Pat Kaufman was one of the 8 distinguished figures in Maryland Golf inducted into the Maryland Golf Hall of Fame on April 11, 2024. Pat's tireless work as one of the greatest advocates and leaders of Women’s Golf in Maryland merited her inclusion in the third class inducted into the Maryland Golf Hall of Fame.