Volunteer for this year’s Principal Charity Classic.
Volunteers play a vital role in helping the tournament operate smoothly, which ensures that we can maximize our contributions to charity partners. Golf knowledge isn’t required to volunteer, and the tournament offers a variety of volunteer opportunities for golfers and non-golfers alike.
Check back in the coming months for more information on how to register for 2023!
Volunteer FAQs
- Official volunteer uniform shipped directly to you:
- One (1) Cutter & Buck golf shirt
- One (1) hat or visor
- One (1) Principal Charity Classic lanyard
- Free admission to the tournament – your credential will serve as your ticket
- Two (2) gallery tickets to share with friends and family
- Complimentary food, snacks, and beverages on the days you volunteer
- Free parking and shuttle service provided at Wells Fargo Arena
- Invitation to the annual Volunteer Appreciation Party
- Eligible for prizes drawn randomly throughout tournament week
The Principal Charity Classic asks that all volunteers purchase the 2023 Volunteer Perks Package for $59. Full refunds available in the event the tournament is restricted or canceled.
We ask that you work a minimum of two (2) shifts over the course of the tournament, which range from 4-6 hours each.
We will make every effort to accommodate your scheduling requests. Make sure to list your request in the “Work with or Committee Selection” portion of the registration process. Shift coordinating is only applicable within each committee (i.e. two people on different committees can’t be scheduled to work together at the same time).
Volunteer uniforms will be shipped in early May directly to the address provided in your registration. If you register to volunteer after the ship date, you can pick up your uniform in Volunteer Headquarters prior to your first shift.
You may exchange your uniform at Volunteer Headquarters prior to your first shift. After uniform distribution, we can’t guarantee that your needed size will be available to exchange.
Please wear khaki pants, skorts, or appropriate length shorts.
Please check back for more information for Volunteer Orientation next year.
After Volunteer Orientation has been completed, we will upload all information reviewed during the presentation. Please check back once we get closer to Volunteer Orientation next spring.
Volunteer Headquarters (VHQ) is where volunteers go to get food, refreshments, sunscreen, bug spray, tournament programs, and more! Volunteer Headquarters is located inside the Wakonda clubhouse on the east side. See below for more information.
Hours of operation
- Tuesday: opens at 6:30 a.m.
- Wednesday: opens at 5 a.m.
- Thursday: opens at 5 a.m.
- Friday: opens at 7 a.m. – closes at 4:30 for Volunteer Party
- Saturday: opens at 7 a.m.
- Sunday: opens at 7 a.m.
- Closes one hour after play concludes
Amenities
- Breakfast – 5:00 – 9:30 a.m. on Wednesday and Thursday/// 7:00 – 9:30 a.m. Friday – Sunday
- Lunch – 11 a.m. – 2 p.m. every day
- Dinner (Wednesday and Thursday only) 4:00 – 7:00 p.m.
Items that are available all-day in VHQ
- Snacks
- Ice cream
- Water/beverages
- Bug Spray
- Sunscreen
- PPE
Committee assignments begin in early April. After you’ve been assigned to a committee, you will receive a confirmation email with your committee assignment and committee chairperson’s contact information. You can also view your assigned committee by logging into your volunteer portal.
If you have not received your volunteer credential, no worries. You can pick it up at the Watrous/Volunteer Entrance when you arrive for your first shift.
Please display your volunteer credential at all times during your shift(s).
If you choose to enjoy the tournament as a spectator your volunteer credential will serve as your admission.
Your committee chairperson will reach out at the beginning of May to begin scheduling your shifts.
Committee chairpersons will begin scheduling shifts at the beginning of May. Once scheduled, you can view your assigned shifts by logging into your volunteer portal.
Volunteers will park in a designated area at Wells Fargo Arena located at 301 Crocker Street. Dedicated shuttles will transport volunteers to the Watrous Avenue entrance conveniently located near Volunteer Headquarters and the driving range on the south side of the golf course. Volunteer shuttles will run on a continuous basis beginning at various times each day and ending approximately one hour after the final event of the day concludes. The volunteer shuttle hours will be determined to accommodate all early and late working shifts.
Approximate Shuttle hours:
Tuesday: 6:15 a.m. – 6:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 5:15 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Thursday: 5:15 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.
Friday: 7:00 a.m. – 7:30 p.m.
Saturday: 7:00 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
Sunday: 7:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.
General Public Parking.
Yes! Food, snacks, and beverages will be provided at Volunteer Headquarters on days you volunteer. We ask that you do not eat inside Volunteer Headquarters on days you are not volunteering.
We have several junior volunteer opportunities for individuals 13–17 years old.
Yes. Your volunteer credential will serve as your admission pass for the entire week and we encourage you to use it. We do ask that you not wear your uniform when not on duty, so please bring a change of clothes if you plan to spectate before or after your shift.
The event will go on, and we will need your help! Make sure to report to your committee’s check-in location 15-20 minutes prior to your shift, rain or shine. Any weather delays or cancellations will be communicated to you via email or directly from your committee chair at the golf course.
Yes! Extra uniform items will be available for exchange and purchase at Volunteer Headquarters during tournament week. Prices are as follows: Polos: $25, Headwear: $14, Jackets: $29 and Bucket Hats $20..
Yes. You will be issued a refund if you cancel before May 1. Please call the tournament office at 515-279-4653 to request a refund.
The 2023 Volunteer Appreciation Party location is still being determined at this time. However, each year we work with Variety – the Children’s Charity of Iowa to do a bike giveaway presentation as well as a free raffle for volunteers who attend. Food, beverages and dessert will be provided. Volunteers only – no guests.
The 2023 Volunteer Handbook will be uploaded in the spring of next year. Please check back for more information.