CHL Kansas City Mavericks

Mavericks Top $400,000 in Charitable Giving

Published on January 20, 2012 under Central Hockey League (CHL)
Kansas City Mavericks News Release


INDEPENDENCE, Missouri - The Missouri Mavericks announced Friday the Central Hockey League (CHL) club has topped $400,000 in charitable giving since the team first came to Independence in 2009. The Mavericks' primary objective when building the team in 2009 was to become a valuable member of the community, and through the support of Mavericks' fans, sponsors and staff, the team has raised over $400,000 for community organizations.

"The Missouri Mavericks have truly embraced and cultivated our community," said Independence City Manager Robert Heacock. "Their dedication and commitment is unrivaled and we are extremely appreciative of their involvement throughout the city."

The Mavericks and their many community partners have raised over $400,000 in just over two years since the team started play in the Central Hockey League in October of 2009. Through some of the more popular fundraisers such as Chuck-A-Puck and jersey auctions, as well as helping out the Independence School District and growing the youth hockey program, the Mavericks have tried to make an impact from their first day in Independence.

"We could not be more pleased with the partnership between the Jr.Mavs and the Missouri Mavericks," said Dennis King, Director of Hockey Operations for the Jr. Mavericks. "The support has been tremendous, not only financially, but also with the Mavericks' players and coaches involvement with the kids on the ice."

"The Mavericks reached out to our school district to create what has become a wonderful partnership," said Nancy Lewis, Public Relations Director at Independence School District. "The team is involved in a variety of ways, including promoting our Students of Character and supporting families enrolled in our Holiday Helpers program. We are so lucky to have the Mavericks in our region; it's obvious that this is a team with a heart."

Major charitable events have also been a priority for the Mavericks and have been extremely beneficial to community partners such as Hope House, Habitat for Humanity, Boys & Girls Clubs, Susan G. Komen, Community Services League and many more. This season alone, the Mavericks raised over $60,000 for the Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater Kansas City at the annual Dinner on Ice in which Mavericks' players served as waiters for the evening.

"The Mavericks have given so much support and helped so many kids," said Beverly Leonard, Chair of the Boys & Girls Club Advisory Board of Eastern Jackson County. "I am so impressed with the Mavericks, how they put kids first and how they are always asking where they can get involved. That really speaks volumes."

The Mavericks have more exciting events planned to close out the 2011-12 season. On January 31, Community Services League and the Mavericks will host a poker night fundraiser. On February 15, Hope House will have their annual Bingo Night with the Mavericks, and on February 18, the Mavericks will host Ladies Night at their game in which the team will wear special pink jerseys and host an auction in which proceeds will benefit Susan G. Komen of Greater Kansas City. Truman Heritage Habitat for Humanity will also host a bowling fundraiser with the Mavericks on February 22.

"One of our goals from the start was to be very community driven, whether raising awareness or raising money for various causes," said Mavericks' President and General Manager Brent Thiessen. "The Mavericks are proud of what we have all accomplished, and we look forward to continuing to work with so many great organizations to make our community a better place to live."

The Mavericks will begin a seven-game home stand this Saturday against the Bloomington Blaze at 7:05 p.m. Tickets for all regular season games are on sale via Ticketmaster. Call (816) 252-7825 for more information.

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