*Update - our 2020 Playoff auction has been extended to September 10, 2020.

ISLANDERS CHILDREN’S FOUNDATION

History

The Islanders Children’s Foundation (ICF) was born in the summer of 2003 as a registered 501(c)(3) and an extension of late owner Charles B. Wang and his passion to help provide children with the best opportunities to lead happy, healthy, and successful lives. The Islanders’ majority ownership group, under the leadership of Scott Malkin and Jon Ledecky, share the same belief in philanthropic causes and continue to make the ICF a focus in the team’s community efforts. Since its inception, the ICF has raised more than $14 million to help their fellow community members.

Mission

The ICF provides unique opportunities for children in the local community. The foundation focuses on health, education and youth hockey development.  In-house programs are designed and implemented to support local youth, and non-profit organizations that share a common mission receive support. In addition, the ICF supports some of the NHL’s core initiatives.

Many ICF fundraising events and programs are executed throughout the season, including:

• Golf outing (one of the foundation’s annual premier fundraising events)
• Specialty-themed jersey auctions
• Game night fundraising (including 50/50 raffles and silent auctions)
• Other holiday and cause-related fundraisers

The Islanders believe in supporting the community’s youth to help guide their journey towards a successful future.  We see the hardships that many children and families are forced to endure, and believe these families deserve support from everyone in the community. The organization takes great pride in being a leader in helping families overcome a multitude of difficult circumstances.

To learn more about our Community Programs, please visit us here!