The parents of late US PGA Tour player Grayson Murray have announced the launch of a foundation in their son's honour.

Murray, who took his own life at age 30 on May 25, 2024, was open about his battles with anxiety, depression and addiction.

The non-profit founded by Eric and Terry Murray will aim to raise awareness and support of mental health and addiction challenges that impact people from all walks of life.

"Grayson touched the hearts of so many by sharing his own mental health challenges," Murray's parents said in a statement issued on Monday (Tuesday AEDT) by the Grayson Murray Foundation.

"He utilized his platform as a multi-time champion on the PGA Tour to reach and inspire those in need - and we are determined to continue his generosity and unwavering commitment to help make a difference in the lives of others."

Based out of Murray's home town of Raleigh, North Carolina, the foundation will also support "innovative research" and expanded access to essential mental health and addiction care services.

It will strive to foster "a culture of understanding inspired by Murray's legacy of compassion, resilience and hope".

Murray joined the PGA Tour in 2017 and recorded wins at that year's Barbasol Championship and the 2024 Sony Open in Hawaii.

He also notched three wins on the Korn Ferry Tour after joining in 2016.

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