The Minnesota Wild Foundation announced today that nine local charities were selected as the inaugural recipients of the “Wild Idea Grant Program.” The non-profit programs will receive $180,000 in total, awarded as one-time grants that help to advance the foundation’s mission to support the game of hockey and improve the lives of families in the State of Hockey.
“The Minnesota Wild Foundation is thrilled to be able to grant these funds today to nine very deserving local charities through the Wild Idea Grant program,” said Pamela Wheelock, board chair of the Minnesota Wild Foundation. “Each of these organizations is working to help children and families in our community and grow the game of hockey, which aligns with the mission and purpose of the Wild Foundation.