This year’s Principal Charity Classic was one for the history books.
The annual PGA Tour Champions event, of which Principal Financial Group has been the title sponsor since 2007, raised a record $10.6 million for Iowa children's charities this year, according to a news release Aug. 7. The previous record was set in 2024 when Principal Charity Classic raised $8.6 million.
“This year’s record-breaking achievement demonstrates the unwavering commitment of our community to support Iowa youth,” Ken McCullum, board chair for the Principal Charity Classic, said in the release.
The money raised by the event — more than $73 million since Principal became its title sponsor — supports more than 130,000 Iowa youth each year. Proceeds are invested in programs that support success in education, culture, financial security, career planning, and health and wellness, as well as various nonprofits in the area.
“Every volunteer, sponsor and attendee helps advance our mission,” Jo Christine Miles, director of Principal Foundation and Community Relations, said in the release. “The continued growth in charitable giving reflects how deeply our commitment to supporting Iowa’s youth resonates. Together, we’re driving meaningful, lasting change for the next generation.”
The 2025 Principal Charity Classic was held at the Wakonda Club. The event saw over 55,000 attendees, 215 sponsors and 1,100 volunteers. Eight past champions played at the event, along with eight World Gold Hall of Famers. Miguel Angel Jimenez was declared the 2025 champion after what the release called a “three-day battle.” It marked his third PGA Tour Champions victory this year.
Next year’s Principal Charity Classic will take place June 10-14 at the Wakonda Club.
This article was updated to add more information.
Norah Judson is a reporter for the Register. Reach her at [email protected].
This article originally appeared on Des Moines Register: 2025 Principal Charity Classic breaks fundraising record
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