Sabres foundation: Our programs

The NHL Foundations' grantmaking program seeks organizations focused on best practices, program delivery and measuring outcomes. The areas of support identified focus on the NHL Foundations’ priorities and funding strategies.

Areas of Support

Operation Line Shift

The NHL Foundation U.S. is committed to supporting the brave and dedicated individuals who serve our communities and country. We support organizations that prioritize the individual and collective needs of current and former military service members, as well as first responders, and their families, while raising awareness of the unique challenges they face in their service and beyond.

Youth Development

The NHL Foundation U.S. offer support for projects and programs dedicated to nurturing the skills of youth aged 18 and under, contributing to their social and emotional development. By financing these endeavors, we aim to connect students with experienced mentors, boost their academic performance, cultivate leadership abilities, enhance graduation rates, mitigate youth-related risks, and promote progress in social and emotional development.

Health and Well-Being

The NHL Foundation U.S. back initiatives and programs designed to tackle health-related obstacles that hinder the academic and recreational achievements of individuals aged 18 and under. By providing funding for nutrition education, mental health resources, and endeavors aimed at eradicating food scarcity, we aim to enhance the prospects of young individuals in cultivating both robust physical and mental well-being.

Equal Opportunity

The NHL Foundation U.S. are committed to creating an environment where everyone has the opportunity to succeed. We support programs that foster respect, build strong communities, and address challenges like bullying and social isolation.

Pathway to Hockey

The NHL Foundation U.S. support workforce development and education programs that are designed to help prepare individuals for promising careers within the sports industry by focusing on training, opportunity, and exposure.

NHL Foundation U.S. Empowerment Grant for Girls Hockey

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      The NHL Foundation U.S. Empowerment Grant for Girls Hockey supports grassroots programs that expand access to hockey for girls, with a focus on skill development, leadership, and inclusion. Led by Ambassador Haley Skarupa, a U.S. Olympic gold medalist, this initiative helps break down barriers and build opportunities for young girls in the sport. The inaugural grant was awarded to the Columbus Ice Hockey Club, with future grants to follow across North America.

      2024 Grantees