The impact is real
$25 billion
in new economic activity in surrounding areas of ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ Arena
3,000
permanent jobs, with at least 30% available for workers from Queens and Nassau
30%
of contracting spend to fund partnering with minority and female-owned businesses
43 Oak Foundation
ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ is incredibly proud to partner with 43 Oak Foundation, an organization that expands access to youth hockey and supports student athletes with reaching their athletic and academic goals. Together with the New York Islanders, we are committed to supporting 43 Oak Foundation both on and off ice by providing hockey skills clinics where players can sharpen their hockey skills, and mentorship sessions where students and their families can learn about financial literacy, wellness, and career readiness.
$1M
over 5 years commitment to 43 Oak Foundation between ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ and the New York Islanders
$250,000
raised for 43 Oak Foundation in 2+ years from our annual fundraising hockey tournament, the “Three Keys Cupâ€
10x
expansion since the partnership began in 2021, from 15 to over 150 families supported by 43 Oak Foundation across the U.S. and Canada
43 Oak Foundation videos: See the series
Meet Sky Silverstein
From former 43 Oak Foundation student, to current Executive Director of the organization, Sky Silverstein knows the impact of mentorship and knowing others believe in you first-hand. Hear Sky speak about how impactful 43 Oak Foundation is for young hockey players and learn more about the mission behind the Foundation.
Meet Sophie Shuksta-Birch
Three words that come to mind when you see Sophie Shuksta-Birch are confident, fearless, and passionate. Learn more about how Sophie became a goalie and the impact 43 Oak Foundation has had on her as a player.
²Ñ±ð±ð³ÙÌýDevin España
Devin España is not afraid of a little competition. Get to know Devin and his family, and hear about how his love for hockey and time with 43 Oak Foundation has helped him grow both on and off the ice.
3 Keys Cup for 43 Oak
For the second year in a row, ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ hosted the 3 Keys Cup fundraising for 43 Oak. Watch the video to learn more.
Meet Hunter Rush
Hunter Rush does not give up in the face of adversity, on or off the ice. Learn more about Hunter’s remarkable story and his involvement with 43 Oak.
Meet Onyx King
For Onyx King, hockey is an art. Learn more about how 43 Oak has opened up a larger, more diverse community of hockey for him and his family.
ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ x 43 Oak Partnership
ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ and 43 Oak are committed to growing the sport of hockey for all through clinics, mentorship programs and more. Watch the video here to learn more.
Mentorship Clinic
43 Oak Foundation supports students in their hockey, academic and personal goals. ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ is proud to host mentorship sessions for 43 Oak Foundation students.
Hockey clinic at ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ Arena
The ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ hockey team and New York Islanders alumni welcomed our partner, 43 Oak Foundation, to ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ Arena for our first ice hockey clinic at the Arena. Watch the video below to learn more about our mentorship program with the foundation and why we’re committed to making the sport of hockey more accessible.
43 Oak Foundation golf event
The ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ Hockey team and other ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ colleagues joined 43 Oak Foundation for their annual golf event fundraiser, raising money to support the Foundation’s growing number of student athletes who are pursuing their dreams on and off the ice.
43 Oak Foundation partnership
ÃÛ¶¹ÊÓƵ and the New York Islanders announce a 5-year partnership with 43 Oak Foundation. Watch the video below to learn more.
Meet Grant Coykendall
Grant Coykendall is shooting his shot. Through determination, hard work and support from 43 Oak Foundation, Grant is willing to do whatever it takes to reach his hockey goals and increase diverse representation at all levels of the sport.
Meet Bryan Thompson
Bryan Thompson knows the important role 43 Oak Foundation plays on and off the ice. Hear from Bryan how the Foundation is building a community of hockey players who are striving for greatness.
Meet Sky Silverstein
Representation matters. 43 Oak Foundation mentor, Sky Silverstein, was the only person of color on his hockey team. Now, he's helping diversify the game for future generations. Learn more about Sky and his passion for the game in this video.
Meet Romeo Torain
Romeo Torain put on skates for the first time at 2 years old and hasn’t taken them off since. Learn about Romeo’s hockey journey and how he thinks 43 Oak is positively impacting the next generation of student athletes.
Meet Hassan Abdul-Mutakabbir
Inspired NHL legend, Willie O'Ree, and driven by his special bond with his father, Hassan Abdul-Mutakabbir has big dreams for the future.
Meet Lance Spencer
With the help of 43 Oak Foundation and inspiration from his mother, Lance Spencer is looking to make the most of his future on and off the ice.
43 Oak Foundation hockey clinic
Sports play an important part in a student’s life. That’s why we’ve teamed up with the New York Islanders and 43 Oak Foundation to increase representation in the sport of hockey for student athletes.
