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The John Fiore Foundation

Who We Are

The family and friends of John founded the John J. Fiore Memorial Golf Tournament in 2009 (incorporated as The John Fiore Foundation in 2019 and we received 501c3 status in 2020) as a way to honor his memory after he passed away on Flight 3407 in Clarence, New York on February 12, 2009. 

John dedicated his life to his family and his country, spending 30 years serving the United States in both the Marine Corps and the Air Force He fought for our freedom in Vietnam, Desert Storm and had 2 tours of duty in the Iraqi War. John retired from active duty as Chief Master Sergeant in 2006  and was due to retire from his civilian career at Washington Mills in 2011. Our hero continues to be sorely missed. 

John always had a special place in his heart for children, having spearheaded fundraisers for Children's Hospital and various local organizations. Since 2010, because of YOUR kindness, generosity and belief in us, we have been able to donate over $686,797 through February 2025. This includes $300,000 to the RMHC of WNY, $78,750 to WNY Heroes, $40,000 to SABAH, Inc, $15,000 to Diamonds in the Ruff Animal Rescue, $12,690 to Bloneva Bond Primary School and $240,357 to other organizations, families and individuals in our community. We are humbled and forever grateful, you inspire us to continue working hard for our community in honor of our hero, John. The family and friends of John thank everyone that has played a role in our success, we couldn't do it without the love and support of so many wonderful people.


* Member, Upward Niagara Chamber of Commerce

*Member, Cheektowaga Chamber of Commerce

*December 2021 Coach Fashion Outlets Niagara Falls, USA Charity Of The Month  

* December 2020 Berardi Immigration Law Giving Tuesday Recipient

* August 2020 Cellino Plumbing Non-Profit of the Month

* January 2019 One Buffalo Community Award Presented by Pegula Sports and Entertainment

Officers

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Ron Aughtmon

PRESIDENT AND CO FOUNDER

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Dana Hartman

TREASURER AND CO FOUNDER

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Diane Aughtmon

SECRETARY