Ted Leonsis and NHL start GoFundMe to raise money for Fort Dupont Ice Arena
After the news broke on Friday that crucial funding for upgrades and a second rink at Fort Dupont Ice Arena was in jeopardy as Mayor Bowser formally requested to shift the funds renovations for DC schools, Monumental Sports Entertainment, Capitals owner Ted Leonsis, and the NHL have partnered to kick-start the first round of funds necessary to move forward with the project.
The Leonsis family, Monumental Sports, and the NHL have each donated $100,000 to the cause, and are looking to Capitals fans and the wider DC community to help them hit a goal of $500,000 via GoFundMe.
By Donya Abramo 2 weeks ago