Frequently Asked Questions:

Q: How do I submit my sponsorship payment?

A: Please download and complete the Sponsorship Form CC Authorization Form to submit your sponsorship payment. This includes both checks and credit card payments. The form should be mailed or emailed to: golf@genesco.com or “Make a Difference” Charity Golf Tournament Attn: Daphna Burney 1415 Murfreesboro Pike, Suite 490, Nashville, Tennessee 37217                                             

Q: Who do I write my check to?

A: All checks should be written to the United Way of Metropolitan Nashville.

Q: Where do I mail my sponsorship check?

Please write your check to the United Way of Metropolitan Nashville and mail to: “Make a Difference” Charity Golf Tournament Attn: Daphna Burney 1415 Murfreesboro Pike, Suite 490, Nashville, Tennessee 37217

Q: What are the sponsorship levels? 2019 “Make a Difference” Tournament

A: Click here to view the details for the sponsorship levels

Q: Can I send my payment by a wire transfer to the United Way of Metropolitan Nashville?

A:  Yes, If you would like to pay by wire transfer to United Way of Metropolitan Nashville, click here for the details. Please do not send wire transfers to Genesco.

Q:  How do I obtain a W-9 for the United Way of Metropolitan Nashville for my internal accounting purposes?

A: Click here to download the United Way of Metropolitan Nashville’s W-9.

Q: Will I receive an invoice or receipt for expense report purposes?

A: Yes, an invoice will be sent by request and every sponsor will receive a receipt from the United Way.

Q: Can I purchase tickets only to play golf?

A: No, due to the tournament’s continued success, the event sells out each year. All golf spots are sold through a sponsorship package. We have sold out every year for the past 10 years, and will honor first come, first serve sponsors.

Q: Where is the hotel block?

A: Downtown Nashville is mostly sold out that week so please make your hotel reservations soon. There is a room block at The Westin Nashville with a special rate starting at $279. To make your reservation, call 1-888-625-4988 and reference “United Way Golf / Genesco” when booking.

Q: What are the details about the dinner on September 24?

A:  Genesco will host a special dinner for all of our sponsors the evening before the tournament on Tuesday, September 24, 2019. We will be hosting the dinner at a new venue this year, the Music City Center. Cocktails are at 6:00 p.m. and dinner, remarks and entertainment will follow at 7:15 p.m. The golf registration desk also will be open during cocktails. We need all RSVPs for the dinner by Friday, September 6, 2019. 

Q:  How do I submit my logo?

A: Please upload your high-res JPEG format logo when submitting your registration, no later than Friday, September 6, 2019. Please include your company’s name in the file name. This is a quick and easy way to submit your company’s logo. Note: If your logo has not changed from last year, please let us know either on the online registration or by emailing golf@genesco.com.

Q: Is there transportation provided to any of the events and/or hotel?

A: All golfers need to plan on their own transportation to and from the airport, hotel, dinner and golf tournament.

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General Information:

Golf Information: If you are planning to golf, we need to hear from you as soon as possible. The tournament will be a sellout. Please submit your players’ names via the registration form by Friday, September 6, 2019. As always, we want to make sure our list matches up with players’ expectations.

Golf Club Rental: Club rental is available at a fee of $55.00 plus tax, per rental set. Each set includes one sleeve of balls, and Taylor Made clubs for both men and women. When reserving, please indicate whether this is for women’s right- or left-handed clubs,or men’s right- or left-handed clubs. A RESERVATION MUST BE MADE BY FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 2019 by requesting on your registration form. Individuals will be responsible for club rental expenses, which can be paid at the Pro Shop on the day of the event.

Dress Code for Dinner and Golf: Suggested dress for the dinner is sporty business casual, such as khakis and polos. Required dress code for the golf tournament, per the golf club, is to be recognized by all players. Shorts are permitted in the Bermuda length only. No denim of any sort is permitted. In addition, no t-shirts, tank tops, cut offs, sweat pants, bathing suits, or athletic shorts are permitted. Gaylord Springs Golf Links has a soft spikes only policy.

$10,000 Shootout: We will hold our annual $10,000 Shootout immediately following lunch on September 25, 2019. One player from each foursome will qualify to take a shot and the closest to the pin wins. All Diamond and Platinum sponsor team members are prequalified. Not playing? Be sure to get a seat on the hill and join in the excitement because someone will take home the big check!

Thank you for support of the United Way of Metropolitan Nashville. Please do not hesitate to call if we can help answer any questions.