Article: The Principal Charity Classic Awards $605,000 to Local Charities.

DES MOINES, Iowa -- Representatives of The Principal Charity Classic today announced the 2008 tournament raised $605,000 to benefit area children's charities. The Champions Tour tournament was held at Glen Oaks Country Club in West Des Moines on May 28 - June 1. The annual event is sponsored by the Principal Financial Group([R]) and presented by Wells Fargo.

"The 2008 Principal Charity Classic was a tremendous success and we're very gratified by the level of support for the children's charities, especially in the face of unique challenges, namely economic uncertainty and a series of spring storms. A special thanks goes to our spectators, players, volunteers and ...

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