Best Buddies Charity Hockey Game Fundraiser on February 4th

Best Buddies – Charity Hockey Game – February 4th, 2026

Every hockey season the Goffstown Grizzlies Hockey team selects a charity to support. In recent years they have even had special uniforms designed for the charity game. Of course these jerseys last longer than one game so they also serve as a treasured memento for the players. Past causes that the program has supported have included: breast cancer, autism, mental health, etc.

The first thing to remember is that this is all about the kids. Our kids. These aren’t kids from somewhere else. Not only are they our kids, but they also are friends and schoolmates with our kids. Therefore I emphatically suggest that if you can make it to one game this season, then Wednesday night should be your game to attend. We look forward to seeing you at Sullivan Arena.

Best Buddies

Best Buddies Program. This is the Charity chosen by the Grizzlies this season.

In total Goffstown High School has anywhere from 25 to 35 students involved in the program. Although involvement numbers fluctuate a bit based on availability. This season two of the Grizzlies’ players are involved in the program.

The Grizzlies will be wearing specially designed game jerseys for the game. In fact, the Best Buddies in attendance will also be wearing these special game jerseys. Fans please come to the game and feel free to help white out the rink. OF course that means showing up wearing your white coat, hat, sweatshirt, etc.! I will even wear some white gear to the rink on Wednesday night.

Donate to the cause:

I know you can make it to the game. Right? The game is at Sullivan Arena on the campus of St. Anselm College. The game is on Wednesday night, February 4th at 7:30 pm.

You can donate in person when you arrive. Not to mention the fact that all monies collected for admission to the game will go to Best Buddies.

In the event that you cannot make it to the game, you can still help the cause. After all, you can donate online through this link- https://my.cheddarup.com/c/goffstown-grizzlies-hockey-best-buddies-giving.

Mission Statement: Best Buddies International is a nonprofit 501© (3) organization dedicated to establishing a global volunteer movement that creates opportunities for one-to-one friendships, integrated employment, leadership development, and inclusive living for individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities (IDD).

There are 39 school chapters in New Hampshire, in addition, there are more than 3300 school chapters worldwide. What’s more is that Best Buddies is present in all 50 states as well as 49 countries!

Best Buddies creates a space where all students feel welcomed. They feel accepted and valued. For these reasons, they can feel connected to the school community. The program brings peers together. Some with, and some without disabilities. For this purpose they can bond together engaging in activities such as crafts, games, sports, outings and educational events.

In addition, the goal is for students to meet their peers and nurture friendships. Encouraging socialization at a parallel pace is equally important. This provides all participating students the opportunity to gain social skills and integrate with peers.