The NGCOA has named Ruffin Beckwith, senior vice president of the World Golf Foundation and executive director of GOLF 20/20, as the winner of its Award of Merit. The Award of Merit is given to an individual who has made significant contributions to golf.

Larry Giustina, owner of Tokatee Golf Club in Eugene, Ore., was named the Don Rossi Award winner. The award goes to an NGCOA member who has served the association with distinction.

Kate Moore, executive director of the Michigan Golf Course Owners Association, won the association’s Champion Award for work that has benefited fellow owners and operators.

The association’s Paul Porter Award, for a person who leaves an enduring mark on a chapter or international affiliate, went to Raymon Finch Jr. Finch, who died in February, built and owned golf courses in Florida and South Carolina and was a longtime supporter of the NGCOA and amateur golf.