Our Story
Founded in 1999 by former St. Louis Cardinal Tom Pagnozzi and Norm DeBriyn, the former head baseball coach at the University of Arkansas, Pagnozzi Charities has a rich history of giving back to the community that supported Pagnozzi's professional career. Evolving from the Razorback Foundation’s Celebrity Golf Tournament into the Tom Pagnozzi Charity Golf Tournament, the organization continues to champion its mission of supporting local youth. The Pagnozzi Youth Sports Assistance Program was established to provide scholarships to low-income youth in Northwest Arkansas, ensuring equal access to athletic experiences. In 2019, the organization rebranded as Pagnozzi Parker Charities, with a renewed focus on improving the lives of youth through sports.