Annual Ilio DiPaolo Memorial Golf Classic
18 Holes, Lunch and Dinner, Raffles, and Scholarship Giving
40+ YEARS
A decades-long WNY tradition
JUNE
Annual tournament timing
~160 GOLFERS
Community members and supporters
WANAKAH COUNTRY CLUB
Hamburg, NY
Our Mission
A long-standing tradition of charity, community, and golf
The Annual Ilio DiPaolo Memorial Golf Classic is a long-standing Western New York charity event, typically held in June at the Wanakah Country Club in Hamburg, NY, to support the Ilio DiPaolo Scholarship Fund. The event, running for over 40 years, raises money for local scholarships and charities, often featuring around 160 golfers and community members.
About the Tournament
Four decades of giving back on the fairway
The Annual Ilio DiPaolo Memorial Golf Classic has been a cornerstone of Western New York’s charitable calendar for over 40 years. Held each June at the prestigious Wanakah Country Club in Hamburg, NY, the event brings together approximately 160 golfers and community members for a full day of competition, camaraderie, and giving back.
All proceeds benefit the Ilio DiPaolo Scholarship Fund, which has awarded more than $1.3 million in scholarships and charitable donations to Western New York student-athletes and community organizations since 1995. Every round played is a direct investment in the region’s next generation of leaders.
The tournament is a major event for Ilio DiPaolo’s Restaurant and Banquet Facility, located in Blasdell, NY, and a true testament to the enduring community spirit that Ilio embodied throughout his life. The event has continued year after year, often pushing through unpredictable weather, because the mission is simply too important to pause.
Event Details
Everything you need to know
Venue
Wanakah Country Club in Hamburg, NY, one of Western New York’s most respected private clubs, provides a beautiful and challenging 18-hole course for the tournament.
The Day’s Activities
The day typically includes 18 holes of golf, lunch, dinner, and raffles. Expect great company, great food, and a great cause.
History and Legacy
Running for over four decades, the tournament has continued despite unpredictable weather. It’s a testament to the dedication of the committee, sponsors, and community who show up every year.
Who Benefits
Every swing supports WNY student athletes
All proceeds from the Annual Ilio DiPaolo Memorial Golf Classic benefit the Ilio DiPaolo Scholarship Fund, which supports local athletes and community members across Western New York.
The fund awards annual scholarships to student-athlete wrestlers who demonstrate academic achievement, athletic excellence, and a commitment to community involvement, the three values Ilio DiPaolo championed throughout his remarkable career.
Ilio DiPaolo Scholarship Fund
- Established: 1995
- Total awarded: $1.3M+ in scholarships and charitable donations
- Recipients: WNY student-athlete wrestlers demonstrating academic and athletic excellence
- Scope: Scholarships, local charities, schools, athletic programs, and an international honoree in Introdacqua, Italy
