The WMF is the umbrella organisation of Minigolf sports associations worldwide and continental associations in Africa, America, Asia, Europe and Oceania.

The WMF is a member of SportAccord, the umbrella organisation for Olympic and non-Olympic international sports federations and a member of the Alliance of Independent Recognised Members of Sport (AIMS).

The WMF is developing and growing as a competitive sport, while also helping to promote the benefits of the game as a fun and accessible leisure activity.

The WMF organises World Championships, which are played every two years and Youth World/Open European Championships, which are each played every year.