Boeing Classic to support medical research in Seattle
February 3, 2010
By Laura Geggel
NEW — 10:06 a.m. Feb. 3, 2010
Boeing Classic officials named its new charity beneficiary — The Benaroya Research Institute at Virginia Mason Medical Center.
The institute will use the money to support a variety of research, including new therapies for type I diabetes and multiple sclerosis, according to the classic’s Web site. Previously, the classic had donated money to the Heart Institute at Virginia Mason, Tournament Director Michelle DeLancy said.
The event partners with several organizations, such as North Bend’s Encompass, and allows them to use the classic as a platform for raising money, DeLancy said.
In 2008, Encompass received $5,000 from Boeing Classic and $20,000 from the PGA Tour, said Clay Eals, spokesman for Encompass.
Encompass is a preschool, summer camp, family service center and a resource for children with developmental disorders.
Last year, Encompass participated in the Birdies for Charity, which allows individuals to pledge money for every birdie made during the classic.
Four Encompass children also participated in The Boeing Classic Kid’s Clinic and watched U.S. Senior Open Champion and golf legend Fred Funk and his 13-year-old son in the Charles Schwab Youth Clinic, Eals said.
While plans have yet to be confirmed for 2010, “We’re very hopeful to stay connected with them,” Eals said.
The Boeing Classic is from Aug. 23-29 at the TPC Snoqualmie Ridge. Visit www.boeingclassic.com to learn more.
Laura Geggel: 392-6434, ext. 221, or lgeggel@snovalleystar.com.
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