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Our Mission

Our mission is to support the hockey community.

We, the DAWG Nation Hockey Foundation, are committed to supporting the hockey family. By accessing the unique power and compassion of the hockey community, we celebrate life and provide help in times of need.

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Overview

Core Values

DAWG Nation Hockey Foundation is a registered 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to creating opportunities for individuals with and without disabilities to develop confidence and independence through participation in national and international amateur ice hockey events. We also support local, national, and international amateur ice hockey players and their families during times of crisis.

At DAWG Nation Hockey Foundation, we firmly believe in the transformative power of ice hockey. We are committed to providing opportunities for individuals with and without disabilities to gain independence and confidence through playing ice hockey. We also recognize the strength of the ice hockey community and its ability to support amateur ice hockey players and their families during difficult times.

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What We Stand For

Our Guiding Principle: At DAWG Nation Hockey Foundation, we believe the game is at its best when it brings out the best in people. No matter your skill level, background, or ability, we stand by the simple values that define true character on and off the ice: play hard, play fair, and always find a way to give back. These principles guide everything we do.

Our Impact: From the beginning, we’ve been humbled by the opportunity to support families during some of their toughest moments. Through the generosity of our community, DAWG Nation has been able to distribute millions of dollars in assistance—helping weekend warriors recovering from injuries, families navigating life‑changing illnesses, and individuals facing challenges they never expected. Every dollar, every gesture, every act of kindness has changed lives. And in the process, it has changed us too. Our volunteers, donors, and supporters often say they receive just as much as they give.

Our Gratitude: We are deeply grateful for the volunteers who show up with full hearts, the donors who give without hesitation, and the organizations that stand beside us. Your compassion is the reason we can continue this mission. Because of you, families find hope, communities grow stronger, and the hockey world becomes a little kinder. Thank you for helping us make a meaningful difference—one assist at a time.

Play Hard. Play Fair. Give Back.

Help change the lives of our hockey family in need.