2026 ARF Charity Golf Tournament
2026 Charity Golf Tournament a great success!
Monday, August 3rd started off with glorious sunshine and mild breezes. However unlike some of the past years, this weather continued throughout the day as over 100 golfers gathered at the beautiful grounds of Brookfield Country Club in Clarence, New York for the seventh annual tournament! We couldn’t have asked for better weather for golf!
After registering, golfers could partake in a picnic lunch and/or take chances on the 20 baskets donated by supporters. Then off to the ranges for some practice! At 12:30, the “tournament” commenced with a shotgun start. Much fun was had by all with special attention given at the skills contest holes: longest drive and closest to the green. After finishing the round of golf, a delicious dinner was available to all.
Special thanks to all our sponsors and participants as over $60,000 was raised through the day’s events! These funds will go a long way in assisting the Alison Rose Foundation in its mission.
Presenting Sponsor:
Gold Sponsors:
Silver Sponsors:
Other Sponsors - Tee Box, Flag, golf balls, golf towels, additional donations:
Some photos from the event…
Tour de Ali 2026
Tour de Ali 2026
The weather could not have been better for the 2026 Tour de Ali at Keuka Lake State Park on Saturday, June 13! Close to 50 participants enjoyed the scenic views and summer time weather provided by Mother Nature in Jerusalem, New York. Whether you were one of the 35 bikers taking on the challenge of the hills or a brave hiker on the trails of the park or just one of us enjoying the day, the conditions were ideal!
The fun began at 10 as the first round of cyclists started their 30 mile ride taking on the ups and downs of the roads surrounding the lake. At 10:30, the second group headed off for their ride along the eastern shore of the lake. All participants were rewarded with a barbeque lunch catered by best in town BBQ Shack.
Almost $9000 was collected through registrations, sponsorships and personal donations. We are so thankful to everyone for their generous support!
Wine Night 2026
A Toast to our 2026 Wine Night
We gathered on Friday, May 22nd for our fifth annual wine night at Wine on Hertel in Buffalo. Fifty-plus women and men were in attendance at this year’s event which featured a wide selection of wine (and other beverages) served by owner Justin Hofschneider and staff. We also enjoyed some delicious small plate items prepared by their cook. Some unexpected treats were supplied by Eileen Fabiano - enough cupcakes that some of us even got to sneak one for the ride home afterwards!
A big thank you to everyone who joined in the festivities of the night, supporting the Alison Rose Foundation and also sharing memories of our friend, Alison Rose Waclawek.
We’re hoping for an even larger turnout next year!!!
Here are some pictures capturing some of the fun of the nigh!
2026 Annual Blood Drive and Fundraiser
2026 Blood Drive and Fundraiser -
another Huge Success!
Saturday, February 28 from 9 am to 4 pm, the gym at Daemen University’s Scott Beiler Center for Health and Wellness was the site for the 2026 Alison Rose Foundation’s annual blood drive and fundraiser. As has been the case the past few years, Connect Life staff was on hand to collect blood donations, while Alison Rose Foundation supporters conducted a basket raffle to raise funds for the organization.
These Connect Life weekend volunteers were awesome working with everyone who came out to donate blood. A new twist this year was sponsored by Barb Waclawek. She had the idea of “A pint for a pint” campaign. The first 50 donors were honored with a gift card to Big Ditch for a pint of their favorite beverage courtesy of Barb and her late wife, Cheryl Reinhardt. The hope is that this incentive might help gain more donors not only this year, but for future years as well. This year over 80 units of blood were collected bringing the total for the Foundation’s blood drives to over 500.
Also going on was a basket raffle featuring 22 donated “baskets” of exciting items including a 23” Blackstone Griddle, gift certificates to a wide variety of merchants and restaurants, various beverages, lottery tickets and toys and games. This year $4000 was raised to support the ongoing mission of the Alison Rose Foundation!
We can’t begin to adequately thank everyone who supported this year’s event. Please know our appreciation runs deep to all the Connect Life volunteers, Daemen University staff and administration, volunteers who staffed and made donations for the basket raffle and especially to everyone who made the day a success by donating blood or purchasing tickets for the basket raffle. Thank you!!!
We are already starting conversations about the 2027 event! We hope you can join us!
Below are quite a few pictures from the day.
2025 ARF Golf Tourney
Another tourney complete!
For the second time in the history of the Alison Rose Foundation Golf Tournament, an absolutely beautiful day met the 100 golfers who took part in the event. After registering, a picnic style lunch was served in the newly renovated Brookfield Country Club dining room. Many golfers took to buying tickets for a chance to win one of the 20+ baskets. Then it was off to the driving range or putting greens for a bit of practice before heading to the carts. At 12:30, the “shamble” tournament was off with a shotgun start. After a wonderful afternoon of golf and comradery, a wonderful dinner was enjoyed by golfers and friends.
Over $40,000 was raised through the event. There are so many people and businesses that helped make this event successful through a variety of sponsorships. A huge thank you to all of them!!!
This year’s sponsors include…
Other major sponsors…
Tee Box, Flag Sponsors and other supporters…
Here are some photos from the day. Thanks again to all our participants and sponsors!!!
Tour de Ali 2025
Tour de Ali 2025
Other than a bit chillier than normal Saturday in June, the 2025 Tour de Ali was a resounding success! With over 65 participants in either of the two rides or hiking the park trails, the event was the best attended of the four years in existence. Bikers chose either a 25 mile or a 15 mile route around Keuka Lake area while the hikers discovered the many trails of the park. Everyone came together at noon for a barbeque lunch. Amy Carey gave a quick summary of the foundation and its generous donations to various organizations over the past 5 years.
A total of $8500 was raised through registration fees and the donation of the event’s sponsors. A special thanks to this year’s sponsors: Barnard Chevrolet, Snap On Tools, Sondra Berner - Howard Hanna Real Estate, SNMP Properties, Splash Car Wash, UR Medicine Finger Lakes Health, Legacy Laundry, Inc., and David Morgante, Jr. and Family.
2025 Tour de Ali sponsors…
2025 Alison Rose Memorial Blood Drive and Fundraiser
A big THANK YOU!!!
The 2025 Blood Drive and Fundraiser was held on Saturday, February 22 from 9am to 4pm at Daemen University’s Scott Beiler College of Health Professions Gym. This year, approximately 80 units of blood were collected during the drive and over $3700 raised! Below are pictures from the event. So many thank you’s -
to everyone who was able to donate blood and to those who tried but were unable
to everyone who bought tickets for the basket raffle and the 50/50 drawing
to the staff at Connect Life for donating their time and efforts
to Daemen University for allowing us to use their venue
to everyone who donated a basket for the basket raffle
to everyone who manned the tables selling tickets
to everyone who helped with setup and clean up
2024 Alison Rose Foundation Golf Tournament
Rain or Shine, Again??
Has it really rained on tournament day three years in a row? Despite the challenge presented by the weather, over $47,000 was raised by the 2024 Alison Rose Foundation Golf Tournament!
So as the case has been the past three years, our annual golf tournament began with beautiful sunny skies. After check-in, raffle purchases, buffet lunch provided by Rizzo’s, and some practice swings and putts, 96 golfers made their way to their carts and off to their respective starting holes. The gorgeous weather quickly gave way to the clouds and rain and golf was halted for a “pit stop party” in the cart barn. A break in the weather and golf started again. But low and behold, the foul weather reappeared and the tournament was called for the day. Alas, it was time for a delicious meal prepared by Joseph’s Catering and the $1 million hole in one contest. Lucky golfer Nick Kelly won the chance, but came up short (and right) in the attempt.
A big thank you to our Presenting Sponsor Parkview Health Services for helping to support our annual golf tournament. We also greatly appreciate major sponsors Cheryl Reinhart, Accessium Group, WGRZ, and Cencora for participating as major sponsors, helping us with lunch, the beverage/snack carts and the hole in one contest. A complete list of sponsors - tee box, flags, and gifts is listed below - thank you to all!!!
Mark your calendars for next year’s tourney tentatively scheduled for Monday, August 4, 2025
Presenting Sponsor
Major Sponsors
All other sponsors…
A few photos from the day’s experience…
for more photos, keep scrolling down…
Tour de Ali 2024
The weather was perfect for hiking, biking and picnicking! Saturday, June 1 saw over 50 people venture to Keuka Lake to celebrate and participate in this, our 4th annual Tour de Ali! Whether it was the 15 or 25 mile ride around the Bluff and along Lake Keuka or the hike on the groomed trails through the beautiful park, we were all ready to enjoy the Barbeque lunch catered by Penn Yan’s own BBQ Shack.
Thank you to everyone who participated and donated for this year’s events. Through the individual and generous donations of our sponsors, we raised more than $9000 for the Alison Rose Foundation!
A big thank you to all the sponsors of this year’s event:
Mike Carey- Snap on Tools
Matt Carey - Snap on Tools
SNMB Properties
Ladies and Gentlemen Wine Night 2024
Another successful wine night took place on May 25 at Wine on Hertel. This year’s event opened the doors to men for the first time. Participants enjoyed wonderful food prepared especially for the night. A big thank you to Justin and Wine on Hertel for allowing us to use their space. Also, much appreciation goes out to Samantha Evans for the delicious cookies that were given to everyone in attendance!
Alison Rose Foundation Memorial Blood Drive and Basket Raffle
2024 Blood Drive and Basket Raffle
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2024 Blood Drive and Basket Raffle 〰️
Another successful blood drive with ConnectLife was held Saturday, February 24th at D’Youville College. Seventy units of blood were donated honoring the memory of Alison Rose Waclawek who passed during childbirth in 2019. Over $3000 was also raised for the foundation through donations and a basket raffle.
A big thank you to ConnectLife and their dedicated staff for working on a Saturday to make the blood drive so successful. Also thanks to all those who came out on a chilly day either to donate blood, take a chance on the baskets or just enjoy the company of friends and family. Our sincere appreciation to all those who donated baskets and helped out during the day.
2023 Alison Rose Foundation Golf Tournament
Over $45,000 raised this year!!! A big thanks to everyone!
Over $45,000 raised this year!!! A big thanks to everyone!
Monday, August 7th saw 100 golfers take to the links at Brookfield Country Club in Clarence, NY. After registration, lunch and some practice swings and putts, the shotgun start began this year’s tourney in glorious sunshine. But just remember, this is Western New York and with five holes completed, the rains came and the cart barn became a respite from the monsoon-like conditions. After a bit of a delay, play resumed and the participants continued in both rain and sunshine. The interesting weather couldn’t put a damper on this year’s event. Dinner followed and winners of the basket raffles were thrilled to take home their baskets. Ian Leberer won the chance at the One Million Dollar shot, but came up short! Better luck next year!
A big thank you to all the sponsors of this year’s event:
Premium Sponsor
Major Sponsors
Hole and Tee Sponsors:
Of course, we can share some photos from the day!!!
2023 Tour de Ali
Another Successful Ride in the Books!
Three sets of riders set out Saturday, June 10, 2023 to get in some exercise while supporting the Alison Rose Foundation and honoring Ali. The routes were planned to test riders of all abilities with challenging hills with the most beautiful views. RIders could choose from riding 40 miles, 25 miles or 15 miles with a wonderful barbeque lunch upon completion! All rider received a specially made hooded sweatshirt.
A big thank you to all the riders and to everyone who helped make the ride such a wonderful success. Special thanks to this year’s sponsors - Snapon, Barnard Chevrolet, LNB, SNMB Properties, Gooney Village, and LeChase,
2023 Tour de Ali sponsors:
3rd Annual Ladies Wine Night
3rd Annual Ladies Wine Night
A big thank you to all the ladies (and gentleman) who participated in this year’s wine night at “Wine on Hertel” on Saturday, May 13th. It was a wonderful evening filled with fine dining and drinks in the newly renovated venue. Every one in attendance left with a bottle of Prosecco, one of Ali’s favorites.
Special thanks to Justin, owner and bartender extraordinaire, for hosting us again this year.
Blood Drive and Basket Raffle
February 2023 Blood Drive and Basket Raffle a huge success!
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February 2023 Blood Drive and Basket Raffle a huge success! 〰️
The Buffalo Community came together again to show their support at the February 25th Alison Rose Foundation Blood Drive held at D’Youville College. Connect Life had all hands on deck to handle those who came to give “the gift of life.” 95 units of blood were collected despite the ice and chilly weather. All blood donors received a voucher for two tickets to an upcoming Buffalo Bandits home game.
But blood wasn’t the only thing collected as a basket raffle and 50/50 drawing were also held raising just over $5000 for the Foundation.
A big thank you to everyone who braved the elements on Saturday to support this event - blood donors and raffle participants, and all those who worked behind the scenes ahead of time and during the event - staff and security at D’Youville, Connect Life staff and volunteers, ARF board members and volunteers, basket raffle donors, table volunteers - This could not have been so successful without your help!
Next year’s winter blood drive is already in the planning stages!!!
Alison Waclawek Memorial Blood Drive
A big “THANK YOU” to everyone who supported the Alison (Carey) Waclawek Memorial Blood Drive that was held on October 8, 2022 at the Chili Community Center.
What a great day we had as 30 units of blood were donated and over $750 in donations was collected. A visit by Ada Waclawek was enjoyed by everyone who was present in the morning. A special thank you to the staff at the Chili Community Center for their help in making this event such a great success.
2022 Alison Rose Foundation Charity Golf Tournament Thanks You
What a great success!!!
2022 Alison Rose Foundation Charity Golf Tournament
Over $38,000 was raised during this year’s tournament!
After a buffet lunch, golfers were sent off to their respective holes for a shot gun start. A bit of rain didn’t dampen their spirts, as golfers competed for the title of champion. Much fun was had throughout the day’s play. One golfer even had his first hole in one! Another great meal, basket raffle and chipping contest competed the day’s festivities.
We’re already planning for next year!
A big thank you to:
and to Major Sponsors:
And to all of our other sponsors…
Some photos from the day
2022 Tour de Ali
2022 Tour de Ali
We rode the bluff!
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We rode the bluff! 〰️
What a great success!!! The 2022 Tour de Ali was soldout. We had 40 riders participate in this year’s ride raising $4300 for the Alison Rose Foundation. Three different groups of riders set out on various courses that covered the beautiful area surrounding Keuka Lake. The weather couldn’t have been better as the skies were blue and the temperature stayed at a comfortable level. The event began and ended at Keuka Lake State Park. Participants were thanked with a wonderful lunch. Below are some pictures from the event!
We are so thankful for everyone who participated in the event and a big thank you to the event planners and those involved with set up and clean up! We’re hoping the 2023 event will be just as successful!
Special thanks to our sponsors…
Alison Rose Foundation / Connect Life Blood Drive
A big thank you to all those who came out to support our 4th Blood Drive with Connect Life. 115 pints of blood were collected and over $4000 raised in donations and basket raffle ticket sales. We are so thankful to everyone who donated their time to be greeters and work the raffle tables. Also we so appreciate everyone who donated baskets for the raffle.
