Our Hearts Are So Full
On August 18, over 120 golfers took to the course at Ravenwood for the very first Willow Classic — and every foursome, every sponsor, and every conversation on the fairway added up to something extraordinary.
That number represents advocates on call at 2 a.m., a safe bed for a family who had nowhere else to go, and a survivor who knows — because of you — that no one should live in fear.
Raised in Year One
Golfers on Course
Thank you for showing up and believing in this cause. We can’t wait to do it again.
— The Willow Team
A Thank-You, From Us to You
A Legacy That Keeps Showing Up
This tournament exists because a community refused to let a beautiful legacy go.
For five years — from 2019 through 2025 — Claire, Paige, and Jill Baker honored their mother Julie by hosting the Julie Baker Memorial Golf Tournament. Julie Baker was a beloved member of the Rochester and Canandaigua communities.
This year, with the full support and blessing of Claire, Paige, and Jill, Willow carried that tradition forward as The Willow Classic: Drive for Change — and the community showed up in exactly the way we hoped.
“Same purpose. Same hope. A legacy that keeps showing up — year after year — for survivors.”
— The Willow Team & The Baker Girls
Thank You to Our Sponsors
The Willow Classic doesn’t happen without the businesses and individuals who back it. Presented by Cook Properties, and made possible by every sponsor below.
Why This Tournament Matters
Willow Domestic Violence Center provides life-saving shelter, advocacy, and support services to survivors of domestic violence in the greater Rochester area. We believe every person deserves to live free from fear — and every dollar raised through The Willow Classic helps make that belief a reality.
The Baker Girls proved what’s possible when a community rallies around a cause. Over $300,000. Five years. Countless lives touched. This year, The Willow Classic carried that momentum forward — and it’s only the beginning.
Frequently Asked Questions
When is the next Willow Classic?
Mark your calendar for August 9, 2027, back at Ravenwood Golf Club. Email us at events@willowcenterny.org to be the first to know when registration opens.
How can I honor someone at next year’s tournament?
Our Tribute Sponsor option lets you dedicate a personalized sign on the course in honor of or in memory of a loved one. Contact us at events@willowcenterny.org to arrange one for 2027.
Is my contribution tax-deductible?
Willow Domestic Violence Center is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit. Please consult your tax advisor regarding the deductibility of your contribution.
What was the Julie Baker Memorial Golf Tournament?
From 2019 to 2025, Claire, Paige, and Jill Baker hosted this beloved annual tournament in honor of their mother Julie Baker, raising over $300,000 for Willow. Their community’s love for that tradition is exactly why The Willow Classic exists today.
