Pittsburgh Penguins Launch Girls Hockey Initiative

The Pittsburgh Penguins Foundation, in partnership with the NHL and NHLPA, has launched the Pittsburgh Pennies Girls Hockey Program, aimed at promoting accessibility, inclusivity, and gender equality in hockey. This initiative, which commemorates the original Pittsburgh Pennies women's hockey team established in 1972, involves a nearly $300,000 investment over two seasons. The program includes a series of long-term initiatives to foster girls' hockey participation, highlighted by a sold-out skills clinic for girls aged 10-12. This effort aligns with growing participation in girls' hockey in Western Pennsylvania, which has surged 80% over the past 15 years. The NHL Foundation has also shifted its focus towards targeted investments in youth development and social equity, indicating a strategic approach to philanthropy. Overall, these efforts reflect a commitment to creating lasting change in the sport and expanding opportunities for young female athletes.