Charitable Contribution Finalizes Return

Five-time major champion Brooks Koepka has completed a five million dollar donation as part of the agreement to rejoin the PGA Tour, following his departure from LIV Golf. The PGA Tour announced Tuesday that the funds have been distributed to various beneficiaries selected in collaboration with Koepka.

Beneficiaries of Koepka’s Donation

The donation is allocated as follows:

• Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation: $1 million, benefiting the children’s hospital and a key beneficiary of the Cognizant Classic tournament.
• Various Social and Solidarity Entities: $1.5 million distributed among a dozen organizations, including ALS Bridge and Baby Quest.
• PGA TOUR and Player-Supported Charities: $2.5 million, split between charities supported by the PGA TOUR and individual player choices.

Terms of Reinstatement

The five million dollar donation was a condition of the PGA Tour’s Returning Member Program, which Koepka accepted to facilitate his return to the American circuit. In addition to the charitable contribution, Koepka has agreed to forego PGA Tour membership earnings for five years and will need to qualify for participation in significant events based on performance.

Koepka’s Journey Back to the PGA Tour

Koepka initially joined LIV Golf in 2022, becoming one of the Saudi-backed tour’s prominent figures. He announced his departure from LIV Golf on December 23, 2025, despite having one year remaining on his contract. Koepka stated that family considerations were a primary driver in his decision to return to the PGA Tour.

“Just my family,” Koepka said before his return at the Farmers Insurance Open outside of San Diego. “A lot’s gone on over the past five, six months with my family. That played a massive role into coming back … The ability to have my family out there all the time.”

Brooks Koepka, via USAToday.com

Looking Ahead

Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour has already been noted to boost television viewership and ticket sales. He is scheduled to participate in the Cognizant Classic, beginning February 26th, and is expected to compete in the Waste Management Open as well.

FAQ

What prompted Brooks Koepka to leave LIV Golf?

Family reasons were the primary factor in Koepka’s decision to leave LIV Golf and rejoin the PGA Tour. He expressed a desire to spend more time with his family.

What are the conditions of Koepka’s return to the PGA Tour?

Koepka agreed to a $5 million charitable donation, will forego PGA Tour membership earnings for five years, and must qualify for participation in major events.

When did Koepka announce his departure from LIV Golf?

Koepka announced his departure from LIV Golf on December 23, 2025.