The Tri-State Italian-American Congress, formed in 1988, is a non-profit organization whose membership includes individuals active in Italian-American affairs in Tri State Area NY, NJ and CT

Annual Golf Outing – August 21, 2023
2023-08-21 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | NY
TRI-STATE ITALIAN-AMERICAN CONGRESS
2023 Golf Outing
NORTH HILLS COUNTRY CLUB & GARDEN CITY COUNTRY CLUB August 21, 2023
Dear Friends and Supporters
Exciting announcement! With great pride, we announce an exciting change in venues for the highly anticipated Tri-State Italian American Congress 2023 Golf Outing for a Great Cause. With great enthusiasm, we announce that the North Hills Country Club and the Garden City Country Club will now play host to this extraordinary event.

NORTH HILLS COUNTRY CLUB: 200 Long Island Expressway, North Service Road. Manhasset, NY 11030 North Hills Country Club, a prestigious establishment originally founded in 1927 at Douglaston Park, underwent relocation to North Hills, New York, during the 1960s. Renowned golf course architect Robert Trent Jones designed the exquisite golf course in North Hills in 1961. Situated on Long Island’s esteemed Gold Coast, a mere 17 miles from the bustling heart of New York City, this remarkable country club opened its doors to Jones’ remarkable course in Manhasset in 1962, garnering immediate acclaim from the press as one of his undeniable “masterpieces.” Even today, the course maintains its status as a true gem in the world of golf.
GARDEN CITY COUNTRY CLUB: 206 Stewart Avenue. Garden City, NY 11530 Garden City Country Club’s golf course is a Walter J. Travis Design, Est. 1916. A true testament to the beauty and tradition of the game. Nestled in the charming community of Garden City, New York, this prestigious country club offers a captivating golfing experience. The course, meticulously designed and maintained, showcases rolling fairways lined with majestic trees and vibrant flora, creating a serene and picturesque backdrop for every round.
Platinum Sponsor . . . . . . . . . . $10,000Gold Sponsor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$7,500Silver Sponsor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$6,500Bronze Sponsor . . . . . . . . . . . . .$5,000Patron Sponsor . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$4,000Gold Hole Sponsor Sign . . . . . . .$1,250Silver Hole Sponsor Sign . . . . . . . .$600Tee-Sign . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$400Single Golfer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,250Reception Only . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .$250

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Fillable Brochure (PDF)

Hole and Tee Sponsorships
Gold Hole Sponsor Sign $1,250
Silver Hole Sponsor Sign $600
Tee Sign $400
Other donation
Sponsorship Form (PDF)

2022 Annual Golf Outing Gallery
2022 Golf Outing Gallery

Tri-State Italian-American Congress Annual Dinner Reception 2023
2023-06-06 18:30 - 22:30 | Metropolitan Club, One East 60th Street, New York, NY, 10022, United States
Tuesday, June 6, 2023
Tri-State Italian-American Congress Annual Dinner Reception
6:30 pm Cocktails
7:30 pm Program and Dinner
Metropolitan Club
One East 60th Street (Between 5th Ave. and Madison), New York, New York
Honoring
John & Margo Catsimatidis
Dear Friends and Supporters
Please see attach the pdf invitation
Buy online ticket – $6,000 Dinner for 10 – includes black & white full page
If you wish to buy individually, Buy online ticket – $600 per Person
Sorry, I am unable to attend, but I am pleased to enclose my tax-deductible contribution
Please RSVP by May 23, 2023
Dinner Reservations (PDF)
Video Journal Advertisemen (PDF)t
■ Buy online – GOLD PAGE $2,500
■ Buy online – SILVER PAGE $1,500
■ Buy online – FULL PAGE $1,000
■ Buy online – HALF PAGE $600
AD COPY DEADLINES: 5/23/23
Submit Camera ready or electronic file artwork online or to raccpa1021@aol.com
The Donation portion of each ticket is deductible for income tax purposes to the extent provided by law, is $300.

Christmas Party 2022
2022-12-06 18:30 - 21:30 | NY
TRI-STATE ITALIAN-AMERICAN CONGRESS
Christmas Party
When? Tuesday, December 6, 2022 6:30 to 9:30 PM
Where?Enzo’s of Arthur Avenue – 2339 Arthur Ave., Bronx, NY www.enzosofthebronx.com (718) 733-4455
Cost $150 per person

WE NEED TO HAVE A FIRM COMMITMENT BY FRIDAY NOVEMBER 18 IF YOU WILL BE ATTENDING AND ANY GUESTS YOU ARE BRINGING. WE MUST PROVIDE THE RESTAURANT WITH A GUARANTEE. Please RSVP ASAP
Registration will be available shortly via the Tri-State website at TRISIAC.org. Or Via Fax 201-909-8884 or E-mail to raccpa1021@aol.com

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Annual Golf Outing – Tueday, October 4th, 2022
2022-10-04 08:00 - 17:00 | NY
TRI-STATE ITALIAN-AMERICAN CONGRESS
2022 Golf Outing
ENGINEERS COUNTRY CLUB & GLEN HEAD COUNTRY CLUB OCTOBER 4TH, 2022
ENGINEERS COUNTRY CLUB The 18-hole “Engineers” course at the Engineers Country Club facility in Roslyn, New York features 6,656 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70. THe course rating is 71.9 and it has a slope rating of 128 on Blue grass. The Engineers golf course opened in 1917 and was site of the 1919 PGA Championships and 1920 USGA Amateur Championships.
GLEN HEAD COUNTRY CLUB The 18-hole “Glen Head” course at the Glen Head Country Club facility in Glen Heead, New York features 6,506 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 71,7 and it has a slope rating of 129 on Bent grass. The Glen Head golf course opened in 1942

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Annual Golf Outing – Tuesday, September 28nd, 2021
2021-09-28 00:00 | NY
TRI-STATE ITALIAN-AMERICAN CONGRESS
2021 Golf Outing
ENGINEERS COUNTRY CLUB & GLEN HEAD COUNTRY CLUB SEPTEMBER 28, 2021
ENGINEERS COUNTRY CLUB The 18-hole “Engineers” course at the Engineers Country Club facility in Roslyn, New York features 6,656 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 70. THe course rating is 71.9 and it has a slope rating of 128 on Blue grass. The Engineers golf course opened in 1917 and was site of the 1919 PGA Championships and 1920 USGA Amateur Championships.
GLEN HEAD COUNTRY CLUBThe 18-hole “Glen Head” course at the Glen Head Country Club facility in Glen Heead, New York features 6,506 yards of golf from the longest tees for a par of 71. The course rating is 71,7 and it has a slope rating of 129 on Bent grass. The Glen Head golf course opened in 1942

OUR MISSION STATEMENT The Tri-State Italian-American Congress, formed in 1988, is a non-profit organization whose membership includes individuals active in Italian-American affairs in the tri-state area. Its pupose is to provide educational opportunities for Italian-American children, to support organizations and charities benefiting Italian-Americans and to support other programs and individuals with similar goals.
Since its inception, the congress has provided scholarships for qualified students, has responded through the media to anti-Italian-American bias and has provided grants to other organizations for scholarships and Italian Studies Programs

Please Give us our club of choice to play,It will be accommodated on a first come, first serve basic Please check one,Engineers CC or Glen Head CCThe clubs are 2 1/2 miles apart. You will be notified to the email provided which course you will be assigned in advance.
Check-in and Breakfast starts at 9:20am at Engineers CC Format Scramble – Shotgun Start is 11:30 am at Engineers CC or Glen Head Cocktails Reception at 5:00pm at Engineers CC Dress Code – Country Club Casual

SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES
Platinum Sponsor $7,900

One Platinum Hole Sponsorship Sign displaying name at 1st tee
Two Corporate Foursomes
Distribution of Company Souvenirs
Corporate Banner Recognition
Recognition at the Awards Reception
4 additional attendees to reception

Gold Sponsor $6,500

One Gold Hole Sponsorship Sign displaying name at 1st tee
Two Corporate Foursomes
Distribution of Company Souvenirs
Corporate Banner Recognition
Recognition at the Awards Reception

Silver Sponsor $5000

One Silver Hole Sponsorship Sign displaying name
One Corporate Foursomes
Distribution of Company Souvenirs
Corporate Banner Recognition
Recognition at the Awards Reception

Broze Sponsor $4000

One Hole Sponsorship Sign
One Foursomes
Distribution of Company Souvenirs
Recognition at the Awards Reception

Patron Sponsor $3500

One Foursomes
One Tee Sign
Distribution of Company Souvenirs

Gold Hole Sponsor Sign $1000
Silver Hole Sponsor Sign $500
Tee-Sign $300
Single Golfer $1000
Reception Only $200

TRI-STATE ITALIAN-AMERICAN CONGRESS GOLF COMMITTEE
Louis Vele – Honorary ChairmanRichard DeSimone – Honorary ChairmanPhilip Del Prete – Co-ChairmanJoe Garcia – Co-ChairmanLawrence R.Inserra,Jr. – Co-ChairmanThomas Barresi – Co-Chairman

Anthony Bertrami
Ralph Mattucci

John Borzumato
Dino Puccio

Vincent P. Brana
Edward P. Salzano

Ralph A. Contini
Louis Scagnelli

Peter Cerrito
Ken Scher

Frank DeCicco
Angelo Tigri

Bill Fani
Steve Vasilikos

George Grelo

TRI-STATE ITALIAN-AMERICAN CONGRESSPresident Emeritus: In Memoriam Hon. Louis Fusco, Jr.
President: Louis Vele
Vice President:Richard DeSimone
Treasurer/Executive Director:Ralph A. Contini, CPA
Secretary:Anthony Bertrami
Chairman of the Board:Philip Del Prete
Board of Directors:Thomas BarresiHon. Jhon A. BaroneVincent P. BranaRobert ErricoWilliam FaniGeorge GrecoLawrence R. Inserra, Jr.Edward P. SalzanoAngelo TigriSteve Vasilikos
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Annual Golf Outing – Tuesday, September 22nd, 2020 (CANCELLED)
2020-09-22 00:00 | NY

2019 Dinner Reception Invitation
2020-08-04 00:00 | NY
The Tri-State Italian American Congress will be holding our annual dinner reception on Wednesday, June 5th, 2019 at the Metropolitan Club in New York, honoring Joe Garcia of ASG.

Formal invitation

Reservation Card – List of Attendees

Video Ad Card

Drawing for Perillo Tours “Three Crowns of Italy” Trip – Wednesday, June, 17th, 2020
2020-06-17 00:00 | NY

Annual Dinner – Wednesday, June 17th, 2020 (CANCELLED)
2020-06-17 00:00 | NY

Diocese of Rockville Centre Scholarships – Saturday, May 2nd, 2020
2020-05-02 00:00 | NY

Archdiocese of Newark Scholarships – Tuesday, April 28th, 2020
2020-04-28 00:00 | NY

Diocese of Brooklyn & Queens Scholarships – Monday, March 16th, 2020
2020-03-16 00:00 | NY

Thank you! Tri-State Italian-American Congress 2019 Golf Outing
2019-09-17 00:00 | NY
Thank you for supporting our annual golf outing!
Dear Friends and Supporters,
On behalf of the Tri-State Italian-American Congress and our hard working Tri-State Italian-American Congress 2019 Golf Committee, we would like to personally thank you for your participation in the Golf Outing held on Tuesday, September 17, 2019.
This year’s event was a great success, thanks to a large part by you. Your participation was part of a growing number of supporters and sponsors that made this year’s event a great success. Mother Nature gave us a perfect day! We had a great weather day for golf at Engineers and Glen Head Country Clubs.
We are thankful to all of our sponsors for their support. Particularly our event sponsors – Inserra Shop-Rite Supermarkets, Signature Bank, Ozone Refrigeration, Associated Food Stores, Key Food Group, Westside Foods, El Sol, DME Electrical, Krasdale, UNFI, Alfa Romeo of Westbury, Enzo’s of Arthur Ave, Boar’s Head, Arthur P. Kaplan Agency and Uncle Giuseppe’s.

New this year, the highlight of the evening, this year, was the raffle at the event an Alfa Romeo Giulia car. All players were automatically entered to win the car with a free entry at check in.
The faithful support of our members, friends and corporate supporters, with over 200 present at this year’s golf outing and reception dinner enables the Tri-State Italian-American Congress to continue to award scholarships to deserving students of Italian-American heritage in Catholic elementary and secondary schools in the Archdiocese of New York, the Diocese of Brooklyn and Queens, the Archdiocese of Newark and the Diocese of Rockville Centre.

We thank you for your support and hope that you will continue your participation at our future events.
Sincerely,
Louis Vele
President
Philip Del Prete
Chairman of the Board
Richard DeSimone
Golf Committee Chairman Treasurer
Ralph A. Contini
Treasurer/Executive Director
Tri-State Italian-American Congress

2019 Golf Outing
2019-09-17 00:00 | NY
Dear Friends and Supporters,

The Tri-State Italian-American Congress invites you to another exceptional day of golf at our 2019 Golf Outing. This event has become much more than a golf tournament over the years, and is one of the premiere golf events of the year, both on and off the links! Once again it is being held at two top clubs in the Tri-State area, Engineers Country Club and Glen Head Country Club, onTuesday, September 17, 2019. The clubs are 2 ½ miles apart and have 18 holes each, and both have hosted major PGA Championships throughout the years. This event not only benefits our Tri-State scholarship fund that aids Italian-American students in furthering their educations, but also offers exposure for the organization and an opportunity to make new friends. With a total of 36 holes, we have availability to book additional golfers and tee signs, as well in order to maximize our fund raising efforts.

Please consider playing at or perhaps taking a sponsorship for this event. The enclosed materials outline all of the opportunities available, from foursomes, to tee signs, to full-fledged sponsorship opportunities. You can use the enclosed sheet to reserve your foursome or to secure your sponsorship. If you are unable to join us, we would appreciate it if you could sponsor the event, donate prizes, or contact someone to donate prizes for the raffle such as gift certificates to restaurants, golf foursomes, tickets to sporting events, and consumer electronics are ideal items.
NEW for 2019 – This year, we will be giving away an Alfa Romeo Giulia car at the event. All players will be given automatic free entry to win the car at check-in. You do not need a hole in one to win the car; you just need to participate in the tournament.

All Players Receive Free Entry into the Drawing for an
ALFA ROMEO GIULIA at Check-In

Additional raffle tickets are available for sale at $100 each.
Please take a moment to review the enclosed materials with information on the opportunities aforementioned. In addition, the golf outing invitation can be obtained by visiting our website at www.TRISIAC.ORG.

Click here – 2019 Golf Brochure & Hole & Tee Sponsor Form

On behalf of everyone at Tri-State and our entire golf committee, we thank you for supporting this event. If you have any questions or require additional information please do not hesitate to contact us.
With your support, this year will be the best year to date, enabling us to assist more kids with scholarships!

Tri-State Italian-American Congress 2019 Golf Outing Committee

2019 Italy Raffle
2019-08-01 00:00 | NY
Win a trip for two to Italy!
As a part of our annual dinner reception, we will select a winner for our annual raffle of a trip to Italy via Perillo Tours, benefitting Tri-State’s scholarship fund. Each ticket / attendee includes one free entry into the drawing.
One winner will receive the Three Crowns of Italy tour via Perillo Tours including 3 nights in Rome, 3 nights in Florence and 2 nights in Venice with comfort upgrade airfare and $1,000 towards tours, meals and other expenses.
Additional tickets will be sold for $100 each and are available by request. Request additional tickets by contacting a Tri-State board member.

2019 Annual Dinner Reception Thank You
2019-06-05 00:00 | NY
Thank you to all of the attendees at our annual dinner on June 5th, 2019 that made it a great success.

Pictured left to right: Dinner Chair Zulema Wiscovitch, Chairman of the Board Philip DelPrete, President Louis Vele, His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Honoree Joe Garcia, Treasurer/Executive Director Ralph A. Contini.

2019 Dinner Reception Announcement
2019-06-05 00:00 | NY
The Tri-State Italian American Congress will be holding our annual dinner reception on Wednesday, June 5th, 2019 at the Metropolitan Club in New York. Formal invitation to follow.

Tri-State Italian American Congress Scholarship Awards Ceremony - Diocese of Rockville Centre
2019-05-04 00:00 | NY
On May 4th, 2019. $25,000 in scholarships were awarded to 25 families by the Tri-State Italian American Congress. Students were from 17 different Long Island Catholic elementary schools and one high school.

Pictured, left to right. TRISIAC Treasurer, Ralph A. Contini, CPA, TRISIAC President, Louis Vele present check to Dr. Kathleen Walsh, superintendent of schools for the Diocese and Father Eric Fasano, vicar general of the Diocese of Rockville Centre

Student gather after scholarship presentation.
Read more here: https://theislandnow.com/blog-112/local-italian-american-students-awarded-catholic-school-scholarships/

ATTENTION: Golf Tournament Rescheduled - Oct 23
2018-10-23 00:00 | NY
Dear Friends and Supporters,

URGENT NOTICE – Tri-State Italian-American Congress Golf Outing Rescheduled to Tuesday October 23rd.

Due to the impending bad weather next week, the Tri-State Italian-American Congress has officially moved our outing to Tuesday October 23rd.

We encourage you all to notify the members of your group and anyone else you may in contact with.
Lets hope for better weather on our new date.

Tri-State Italian-American Congress 2018 Golf Outing Committee

Tri-State Italian American Annual Golf Outing - Tuesday, Sept 25th 2018
2018-09-25 00:00 | NY
Dear Friends and Supporters,
The Tri-State Italian-American Congress invites you to another exceptional day of golf at our 2018 Golf Outing. This event has become much more than a golf tournament over the years, and is one of the premiere golf events of the year, both on and off the links! Once again it is being held at two top clubs in the Tri-State area, Engineers Country Club and Glen Head Country Club, on Tuesday, September 25, 2018. The clubs are 2 ½ miles apart and have 18 holes each, and both have hosted major PGA Championships throughout the years. This event not only benefits our Tri-State scholarship fund that aids Italian-American students in furthering their educations, but also offers exposure for the organization and an opportunity to make new friends. With a total of 36 holes, we have availability to book additional golfers and tee signs, as well in order to maximize our fund raising efforts.
Please consider playing at or perhaps taking a sponsorship for this event. The enclosed materials outline all of the opportunities available, from foursomes, to tee signs, to full-fledged sponsorship opportunities. You can use the enclosed sheet to reserve your foursome or to secure your sponsorship. If you are unable to join us, we would appreciate it if you could sponsor the event, donate prizes, or contact someone to donate prizes for the raffle such as gift certificates to restaurants, golf foursomes, tickets to sporting events, and consumer electronics are ideal items.
This year, once again, we will be giving away a FIAT 500 car at the event. All players will be given automatic free entry to win the car at check-in. You do not need a hole in one to win the car; you just need to participate in the tournament.

All Players Will be Entered to a Win FIAT 500

All Players Receive Free Entry into the Drawing for a FIAT 500 at Check-In

On behalf of everyone at Tri-State and our entire golf committee, we thank you for supporting this event. If you have any questions or require additional information please do not hesitate to contact us.
With your support, this year will be the best year to date, enabling us to assist more kids with scholarships!
Thank you,
Tri-State Italian-American Congress 2018 Golf Outing Committee
Golf Brochure INTERIOR & EXTERIOR

2018 Dinner Thank You
2018-08-01 00:00 | NY
Thank you to the contributors at our Annual Dinner Reception, honoring David Muscato and Marie Unanue. It was a very successful night where approximately $75,000 was raised for scholarships to aid children with tuition at Catholic schools in the Tri-State area.

2018 Dinner Reception
2018-05-24 00:00 | NY
On Thursday, May 24th, 2018, the Tri-State Italian-American Congress will hold its Annual Dinner Reception at the Metropolitan Club at One East 60th Street in New York City. This year, we will be honoring David Muscato and Marie Unanue. His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York will be our HonoredGuest.

Mr. Muscato is currently the President of DS Services North America, a division of the Cott Corporation. Cott is a leading North American and European water, coffee, tea and filtration service provider within home and office delivery, foodservice, convenience and hospitality. In his role as President, he plays a critical role in the development and execution of the company’s strategy, which emphasizes growth in sales of its water and coffee portfolio. Mr. Muscato has an extensive background in general management, sales and marketing, global business operations and all aspects of E-commerce direct-to-consumer businesses.

Mrs. Unanue is the new author of a children’s book series, The Adventures of Phatty & Payaso. She plans to use the release of her upcoming children’s novel as the platform to become a kindness and anti-bullying advocate. Mrs. Unanue is very active in Philanthropy and is involved in many charitable endeavors including sitting on the board of the C&J Unanue Foundation, the New York City’s St. Patrick’s Day Parade Foundation and was a proud board member of The People’s Pantry of Ocean County.
Download the invitation: interior & exterior / Download reservation card & video journal ad

2018 Dinner Reception Photos
2017-05-24 00:00 | NY
Thank you to all of the attendees at our annual dinner on May 24th, 2018 that made it a great success.

2017 Dinner Reception
2017-05-23 00:00 | NY
On Tuesday May, 23, 2017, the Tri-State Italian-American Congress held its Annual Dinner Reception at the Metropolitan Club at One East 60th Street in New York City.
The distinguished honoree was Bob Striano.

Mr. Striano is the President and CEO of Associated Supermarket Group (ASG), a consortium that serves over 300 independently owned supermarkets in the New York Tri-State Area and other cities along the U.S. Eastern Seaboard, providing procurement, distribution, marketing, merchandising, advertising, promotion and other retail solutions, as well as store financing.
His Eminence Timothy Cardinal Dolan, Archbishop of New York was our Honored Guest.
Benediction was by Most Reverend Nicholas DiMarzio, Bishop, Diocese of Brooklyn & Queens.
