Your Community Rink is Our Mission. South Bend Youth Hockey, Inc.
The Ice Box is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit community ice rink committed to strengthening our community through accessible ice sports and recreation. Every day, we create a welcoming space where children and families build confidence, develop character, forge friendships, and lead healthier lives.
As a nonprofit organization, the Ice Box relies on the generous support of local businesses and sponsors to fulfill our mission. While we generate some revenue through programs and public skating, these funds alone cannot cover the full cost of operations — including high energy expenses, ice maintenance, equipment, staffing, and program scholarships. Community partnerships are essential to keeping our doors open, and our programs accessible to everyone.
By supporting the Ice Box, you directly help us deliver meaningful community impact:
- Providing safe, affordable places for children to stay active and learn life skills like teamwork, discipline, and resilience
- Offering scholarships so every child — regardless of family income — can participate in youth hockey, figure skating, and learn-to-skate programs
- Creating inclusive programming for seniors, individuals with disabilities, and diverse community groups
- Serving as a central gathering place that builds neighborhood connections and family memories
Sponsorship does far more than fund a rink — it invests in the health, development, and future of our community’s children and families.
In return, we proudly offer our sponsors prominent year-round visibility to thousands of local families in a positive, wholesome environment. Businesses and sponsors will be recognized on the ice, in our programs, online, and at community events — while being celebrated as a champion of local youth and community wellness. Together, we can ensure this vital resource continues to enrich lives for generations to come. Contact us today to discover the various options available to contribute and partner with South Bend Youth Hockey Inc., at the Ice Box.
Bernadette Amico
Director of Marketing & Business Development
