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HIGHLIGHTS MAGAZINE

The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation and Highlights are proud to announce a partnership supporting childhood literacy across Central Ohio. This collaboration brings the excitement of the arena to the page through a special 25th Anniversary Season edition of Highlights magazine, featuring exclusive Blue Jackets content. By aligning our missions, we’re creating a meaningful impact for families both on and off the ice—investing in our future, one child and one story at a time.

COMMUNITY REPORT

OUR PILLARS OF SUPPORT

The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation is dedicated to the health and wellness of children in central Ohio.

We dedicate time, resources, and financial support to organizations making a difference in the areas of pediatric cancer, education, health and safety and the growth and development of amateur hockey.

We have provided more than $14 Million to our community since the team's inception in 2000.

Pediatric Cancer

The Blue Jackets Foundation has raised more than $4 million to fund a variety of support programs for pediatric cancer patients and their families.

Health & Safety

The Blue Jackets Foundation has invested more than $8.1 million to support youth health and wellness initiatives in central Ohio.

Youth Hockey

We're committed to the development of youth hockey because we believe everyone should have a chance to play.

PLAYERS GIVE BACK

Community MVP

The CBJ Foundation's Community MVP Award recognizes the player who best exemplifies service, dedication and leadership.

Lady Jackets

WAYS TO SUPPORT

Gameday Auction

Gameday auctions are a great place for fans to grab unique team-signed items while helping those in need.

Jersey Raffle

Fans have the chance to win specialty jerseys signed by the Blue Jackets players throughout the season.

Merchandise

Show your support and help those in need by purchasing specific Blue Jackets merchandise that supports the Foundation.

INVEST IN OUR COMMUNITY

Scholarships

Each season the CBJ Foundation awards scholarships to those who go above and beyond to make the Central Ohio and Columbus hockey communities a better place.

Grant Application

Each year the Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation raises funds for local non-profits whose mission is similar to our own: the health and wellness of local children. Organizations may request funds through our formalized grant process.

Corporate Playmaker

FOUNDATION EVENTS

Golf Classic

This exclusive outing gives guests a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to participate in a day of golf with their favorite Blue Jackets players at one of the best courses in the country, Double Eagle.

Alumni Fantasy Camp

The Columbus Blue Jackets Alumni Fantasy Camp gives adult hockey players the opportunity to compete on and off the ice at Nationwide arena while bonding with former Blue Jackets players.

Board of Directors

Cathy Lyttle, Board Chair

T.J. LaMendola, Treasurer

Sandy Doyle-Ahern, Board Member

Amy McConnell, Board Member

Jessica McConnell, Board Member

Nathan Wymer, Board Member

Kathryn Dobbs, Board Member

Tara Battiato, Executive Director

John P. McConnell, Chairman Emeritus

The Columbus Blue Jackets Foundation is a registered 501(c)3 nonprofit organization.