NASHVILLE, TN (April 3, 2024) – The Nashville Predators Foundation will host its second Hockey Fight Cancer Night of the season on April 4th at 7pm CT when the Pres host the St. Louis Blues at Bridgestone Arena.
“We are excited to host our second Hockey Fight Cancer Night in the 2023-24 season,” said Rebecca King, vice president of community relations for the Nashville Predators. “Last season, through hockey and the fight against cancer, we were able to raise over $280,000 for the 365 Childhood Cancer Fund powered by Twice Daily. We are excited to build on this momentum and bring the hockey community together. We look forward to continuing to support this great league-wide effort to support cancer patients and their families.”
“We are extremely grateful to our partners at the Nashville Predators for their support for cancer research and treatment as well as patients and families at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt.” said Dr. Meg Rush, president of MMHC of Monroe. Karel. “Over the past 10 years, the 365 Foundation has raised more than $4 million in donations and in-kind donations to benefit pediatric cancer patients. Equally important is the impact that the dollars raised cannot measure. The bright smiles on the faces of players when they experienced their first Predators game, the memories made when they visited our hospital, the cheers from the crowd on Hockey Fight Cancer night, and so much more. This is truly a special partnership.”
Additionally, Prez will partner with noted musician, songwriter, and philanthropist Harry Hudson on the Hockey Fight Cancer Game. Harry's Hey, I'm Here For You (HIHFY | “Hi-fee”) ensures that all young people with cancer feel seen, heard, valued and provided with resources. A US-based charity founded with the purpose of creating a world. They need to nurture dreams and hopes. Inspired by Hudson's personal cancer experience, where his passion for music brought hope and healing, his HIHFY mission is to create an inclusive, inclusive community designed to help young cancer patients explore their unique passions. Our goal is to help others find their music by providing support, personalized resources, and programs. hope and optimism. Join him as he builds a community powered by generosity, compassion, and compassion at Monroe Carell Jr. Children's Hospital at Vanderbilt Health in Nashville.
In honor of the 25th Anniversary of the Nashville Predators and the 25th Anniversary of the Fight Against Hockey Cancer, the Preds Foundation is asking all Smashville residents to donate at least $25 to the campaign, which will be held at the 365 Foundation and Monroe Carell. We encourage you to help support urgent cancer research.
Here's how fans can get involved and show their support.
- Text PREDS to 76278 to bid on silent auction items like Hockey and Fighting Cancer jerseys and Monroe Carell patient-decorated plaques.
- Donate to the 365 Childhood Cancer Fund hosted by Twice Daily. The goal is to raise $36,500 through these donations.
- Purchase a lavender “I Fight For” foam pack in memory of or in memory of someone battling cancer. For $10, buyers will receive one puck, one of which will be added to the Hockey Fight Cancer Net at Bridgestone Arena. This represents all the people we fight against in Smashville. Stop by the Foundation Table (Section 106/107) during a Preds game to make your purchase.
- Fans will be able to purchase Hockey Fight Cancer merchandise at the Foundation table (sections 106/107) during the game.
- Purchase mystery packs from the Foundation table (section 106/107).
- Fans can stop by any of the “I FIGHT FOR” zones during the game and write who they're fighting for: Lexus Lounge (player wall next to locker room), Foundation Table (outside section 106/107) ), and the Fan Info Desk (outside Section 331).
- If you purchase a ticket to Hockey Fight Cancer's game on April 4th, $10 for every ticket purchased through this link will be donated to the 365 Fund.
- The Nashville Predators Foundation will sell co-branded HIHFY trucker hats and beanies online and in person at the Foundation's tables (Section 106/107). Proceeds from the hat will be donated to the 365 Fund.
- Follow @PredsNHL and @PredsFoundation on social media to meet the cancer heroes of the battle for hockey.
About the Nashville Predators Foundation
The mission of the Preds Foundation is to serve the educational, social, health, and cultural needs of Nashville and throughout Middle Tennessee. The Preds Foundation is dedicated to serving the needs of our communities by leveraging the influence of our platform and partnerships with professional sports to provide unique resources and financial support to local youth and family organizations. doing. In 2023, the Preds Foundation awarded her $800,040 in grants to 172 local nonprofit organizations through Helper Grants. Since its founding in 1998, the Preds Foundation has provided more than $22 million in grants, supergrants, endowments and in-kind gifts to communities across Middle Tennessee. To learn more about the Nashville Predators Foundation and see a list of upcoming events, visit NashvillePredators.com/Foundation or follow our Instagram, X and Facebook pages.
