Early in the week, Ryuji Imada, who was born in Hiroshima, Japan pledged he would donate $1,000 for each birdie he made at the Transitions Championship the relief effort in his native country. He also hand-wrote a note that he put in each player’s locker this week encouraging them to do something similar.

The PGA Tour is among other things, known for being very generous when it comes to its members giving back to the community and charities, so it’s no surprise that more than a few players stepped up to the plate to help out.

The latest giver, Bubba Watson finished with a 68 on Sunday at Innisbrook and sought out a PGA Tour official, saying he wanted to do his part. Watson’s wife, Angie, got their checkbook out of Watson’s car and Bubba cut them a check for $50,000 to go the relief effort.

Unfortunately for Imada, he shot rounds of 74-75 and missed the cut, only making two birdies. That’s $2,000 and as they say, every little bit helps. I’m sure he donated much more than that, but his idea started a trend among other players who fared better this past weekend.

Among other players supporting the Birdies for Japan initiative were Bobby Gates who pledged $250 for each of his 12 birdies.

Brandt Snedeker pledged $500 for each birdie he made, totaling 16 for the week. Snedeker also made two eagles, but I was unable to find out how he planned to use those towards the relief effort. Snedeker’s sponsor, Bridgestone was also planning on making a donation.

KJ Choi simply gave $100,000 to the American Red Cross. Others hoping to help out include Joe Durant, Mark Wilson, David Duval and Vijay Singh, as well as other players who I am sure made donations.

If you would like to do your part and help out, you can donate through the PGA Tour Charities website.