giving back

Brendan Smith sparks unity and community in honouring his late grandparents

By: Chris Lomon

After losing both his grandmother and grandfather to breast cancer, Dallas Stars blueliner Brendan Smith knows first-hand what sharing stories like theirs means.

3 days ago

Coach Necas hosts inaugural youth hockey camp in Czechia

By: Chris Lomon

Between a gold medal and new contract with the Carolina Hurricanes – Martin Necas took time out of his busy offseason schedule to give back in his home country of Czechia.

September 6, 2024

Jensens help raise $170,000 for Duchenne muscular dystrophy

By: Chris Lomon

The inaugural charity golf tournament hosted by Nick Jensen and his wife, Jenner, helped raise over $170,000 for Duchenne muscular dystrophy.

August 28, 2024

Players help raise over $400,000 at annual Boots and Hearts Barn Burner

By: Chris Lomon

Nathan Bastain, Andrew Mangiapane and John Tavares were just a few of the players who helped raise funds for various charities.

August 16, 2024

Jacob Trouba lands his mark with first public art exhibition

By: Chris Lomon

“Landing My Mark” runs Aug.1-23 at Harper’s Gallery in Manhattan.

August 9, 2024

John Tavares Foundation supporting Indigenous communities through Ballantyne Project

By: Chris Lomon

Teaming up with the Ballantyne Project, the John Tavares Foundation has assisted Indigenous communities through two separate initiatives.

July 3, 2024

Siegenthaler fulfills a dream with hockey camp in Thailand

By: Chris Lomon

Jonas Siegenthaler achieved a personal dream while making history as the first known NHL player to host a hockey camp in Thailand.

June 18, 2024

Duchene hungry to extend busy season

By: Chris Lomon

Personal milestones, giving back to his community and a new pup have had Matt Duchene busy on and around the rink amid a successful first season with the Dallas Stars.

April 16, 2024

A cause close to home, Kyle Connor faces off against Parkinson’s

By: Chris Lomon

With a dad who struggled with the disease and grandfather who passed away from it, Kyle Connor is raising awareness for Parkinson’s while also helping the Winnipeg Jets community.

April 12, 2024

Saros makes big saves off-ice through animal rescue efforts

By: Chris Lomon

Helping dogs find a fur-ever home, including his own, Nashville Predators netminder Juuse Saros is helping to make big saves through Wags & Walks.

April 9, 2024

Woll shares love of music with Holland-Bloorview patients

By: Chris Lomon

When he’s not tending the twine for the Toronto Maple Leafs, Joseph Woll continues to build relationships with patients at Holland-Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.

April 2, 2024

Zucker expanding impact of charitable endeavors through Alltroo

By: Chris Lomon

Nashville Predators forward Jason Zucker has teamed up with Kyle Rudolph, retired NFL tight end, to expand charitable impact with their Alltroo platform.

March 28, 2024

Schenn’s Friends provides great meaning for Blues captain

By: Chris Lomon

Win or lose, Brayden Schenn always finds perspective thanks to meaningful connections made through his community work in St. Louis.

February 27, 2024

Duclair hopes new synthetic ice rink is a game-changer for students

By: Chris Lomon

The initiative put forth by the Anthony Duclair Foundation broke ground earlier this month with support from the NHL/NHLPA Industry Growth Fund.

February 14, 2024

Suzuki works to bring out inner heroes with the Asista Foundation

By: Chris Lomon

Asista Foundation ambassador Nick Suzuki is helping shelter animals while positively impacting those struggling with mental health.

January 30, 2024

Krug continues longstanding support of youth who need it

By: Chris Lomon

Krug’s Krew, an initiative from St. Louis Blues defenceman Torey Krug, supports Big Brothers Big Sisters Missouri and Friends of Kids with Cancer.

January 2, 2024

Faber draws inspiration from sister, Paige, on rise to the NHL

By: Chris Lomon

Brock Faber’s sister, Paige, a star athlete and member of Minnesota Special Hockey, shares her younger brother’s love for the game.

December 14, 2023

Community giving has deep meaning for Tuch

By: Chris Lomon

A holiday toy drive is just the latest way Alex Tuch is giving back as he continues to grow the AT9 Foundation.

November 30, 2023

Eberle looks to have lasting impact with Sticks & Strings Foundation

By: Chris Lomon

Jordan Eberle and his wife, Lauren, founded Sticks & Strings in 2022 and have already made an impact in the community.

November 21, 2023

Mangiapane bakes up new initiative for Calgary youth

By: Chris Lomon

Andrew Mangiapane has launched Mange’s Breadsticks, a program designed for at-risk youth and supported by the Flames Foundation and the Calgary Italian Open Society.

November 14, 2023