Frequently Asked Questions
We hope the following information will be helpful in providing immediate answers to some of the more common questions and requests. Of course, please call us anytime at +1 (206) 281-7130 or e-mail office@friendsofcostco.org for more specific inquiries.
Is Friends of Costco Guild a non-profit organization?
The Friends of Costco Guild is a 501(c)(3) organization within the Seattle Children's Hospital Guild Association. The Seattle Children's Hospital Guild Association is a non-profit corporation, exempt from federal income tax. Friends of Costco Guild Tax ID number and an electronic copy of our W9 form is available upon request.
Payment Options?
Check made payable to Friends of Costco Guild
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Mailing Address: PO Box 19755; Seattle, WA 98109
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Delivery Address: 1609 2nd Avenue West; Seattle, WA 98119
Credit Card
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Visa, MasterCard and American Express
Wire and ACH Deposit Information provided upon request.
How do I sign-up to be a Sponsor?
The Friends of Costco Guild is pleased to welcome returning sponsors and new corporate partners. A sponsorship alert eail will be sent in January to all previous sponsors and those who have indicated an interest in partcipation. If you are new to the Children's Golf Classic and would like to receive a sponsorship alert email, please send your mailing address to: office@friendsofcostco.org. The sponsorship form can also be downloaded at Hole 5 on the left side of this page.
A completed form is necessary to record any sponsorship. Sponsorships will not be held or recorded without a completed form. Upon receipt of your completed form, an invoice will be sent via email within 5 days and your sponsorship will be confirmed with receipt of payment.
Sponsorship forms can be submitted via:
Email: office@friendsofcostco.org
Mail: Friends of Costco Guild; PO Box 19755; Seattle, WA 98109.
Fax: 206-577-3966
Although there is not a firm deadline for sponsor registration, we recommend signing up as soon as possible since some sponsorship levels fill quickly. (Several levels will be sold-out in January.)
When do I have to have my team player names submitted?
The complete team registration packet will be sent to all confirmed sponsors in July. A completed Player Registration Form is required for each team and can be submitted any time prior to July 25. If you have player changes after your form has been submitted, changes can be sent via email to office@friendsofcostco.org. Please be sure to include full contact information for new players. Costco player preferences can be noted on the Sponsorship Form and/or the Player Registration Form. All Costco players are placed based on sponsorship levels. We will make every effort to fulfill your request, however with the growing number of teams we may not be able to accommodate everyone. The final pairings will be available on Sunday, August 18 at the Kickoff Party.
How do I find out which course my team will play?
Course assignments will be provided at the Kick-Off Party on Sunday, August 18 at Seattle Convention Center - Summit. If a member of your team will not be present, your course assignment will be emailed to your team contact by August 14.
How do I reserve rental clubs?
Club rentals are available with an advance reservation made through Rosanna Bellotti. Requests can be sent to office@friendsofcostco.org (please designate right or left-hand and men's or women's with your request). Due to the limited supply, we can offer only one set per group. (The scramble format allows for sharing clubs without slowing play.) Rental fees vary between $25 and $85 and must be paid in the Pro-Shop prior to play. (Please do not call golf courses for rentals. Reservations made directly with courses will not be honored.)
What is appropriate attire?
Attire for both the VIP Reception on Saturday and the Kick-Off Party on Sunday is business casual (coat and tie not required). Proper golf attire is required on Monday at all courses and suitable for the Awards Party following golf. Please refer to Tournament Information (Hole 3 on the left side of this page) for complete description of Proper Golf Attire.