The Penguins and 84 Lumber hosted a Women's Panel as part of their Leading & Inspiring Females to Thrive (L.I.F.T) program on Sunday afternoon prior to the puck drop between Pittsburgh and Detroit, which was also the fourth annual Her Hockey Day.

The panel, which was held for the second year in a row, featured accomplished women professionals throughout several industries who shared their stories of how they overcame obstacles they faced along their paths to success. Michelle Crechiolo, Team Reporter for the Pittsburgh Penguins, moderated the discussion, which also focused on the importance of mentorship and sponsorship.

Three Western Pennsylvania woman-owned businesses were named finalists in the L.I.F.T. EmpowerHER Grant contest:

• Blanket & Board
• Fostering Music
• Goudelock and the 3 Bears Publishing

 One winner, Blanket & Board, was solely determined by public votes, and received the $25,000 EmpowerHER Grant.

Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation and DICK'S Sporting Goods joined together for the Her Hockey Auction during the NHL's Gender Equality Month.

This specialty auction featured unique Penguins memorabilia, autographed items, a set of Her Hockey Day locker room nameplates and more in support of the Penguins Foundation's girls hockey initiatives.

Through the support our amazing fans, over $18,000 was raised to assist with growing girls hockey in our region.

To get updates regarding future Penguins Foundation auctions, visit @pensfoundation on social media!

On Sunday, March 27, the Pittsburgh Penguins and Penguins Foundation hosted the 4th Annual Her Hockey Day presented by 84 Lumber.

Her Hockey Day recognized the incredible passion of our women fans during the NHL's Gender Equality Month. From girls stepping onto the ice for the first time to women supporting the Pens from home to those who are trailblazers for our great game, we loved celebrating YOU. Further, thanks to 84 Lumber for supporting and recognizing local women for their community engagement and empowering them to continue to make Pittsburgh a city of equality.

Thanks to all our fans for joining us for Her Hockey Day and Gender Equality Month, proving that the game of hockey is certainly one that is 'hers' too.

On Her Hockey Day presented by 84 Lumber, the Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation hosted a #HerHockey contest, giving away ten (10) pairs of tickets to the Her Hockey game on March 27.

Fans shared their own #HerHockey story on social media, whether it related to teaching daughters to skate, receiving support from your own hockey mom or just making memories at a Penguins game. We loved hearing from you during Gender Equality Month!

Visit the @pensfoundation on social media to keep in touch!