Be open. Be brave. Be kind.
Denise’s three keys to a successful life, and the guiding principles of our Foundation.
Welcome to The Denise D’Ascenzo Foundation.
Our mission is to carry on Denise’s passionate efforts to support advances in medicine and health, promote responsibility in the media, assist those facing physical and mental challenges, and support organizations and those demonstrating openness, courage and kindness in their endeavors. These causes were particularly close to Denise’s heart, and your generous donation will greatly assist in providing worthy organizations the support they need.
We are recognized as a 501(c)(3) non-profit and can provide documentation for your tax deductible donation.
Thank you for your generous support.
2025 Premier Sponsor
Supporting Causes Close to Denise’s Heart
3rd Annual Golf Tournament Presented by Johnson Brunetti
Tuesday, September 9, 2025 | 12pm Noon Shotgun Start | Quinnipiac University in Hamden, CT
Featuring 18-holes of golf on a historic championship course, BBQ lunch and a Clubhouse dinner, contests on & off the greens, and an auction/awards banquet emceed by local personalities.
Recent News and Updates
Raising over $6,000 in our inaugural year as an official charity in the Eversource Hartford Marathon.