Tampa Bay Hero Barb Green Wins $50,000 for Housing
Barb Green has spent years helping neighbors transition from homelessness into stable, independent lives. Now, the Tampa Bay Lightning is boosting her life-changing mission with a $50,000 grant.
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Tampa Bay Lightning Opens $50K Grant for Local Heroes
The Tampa Bay Lightning is now accepting nominations for everyday heroes making their community better. One nonprofit will win $50,000 to continue their life-changing work.
NHL Captain Victor Hedman Opens Up About Mental Health Break
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman returned to hockey with renewed hope after taking a month off to prioritize his mental health. The 17-year NHL veteran is showing teammates and fans that seeking help is strength, not weakness.
NHL Captain Victor Hedman Returns After Mental Health Break
Tampa Bay Lightning captain Victor Hedman is sharing why he stepped away from hockey during the playoffs, and his courage is opening doors for others. The 17-year veteran prioritized his mental health, proving leadership means taking care of yourself first.
Tampa Best Buddies Pair Wins $50K to Spread Friendship
A friendship between two Tampa women through Best Buddies just earned them a $50,000 grant to help others find the same connection. The Tampa Bay Lightning honored Dana Brown and Sarah Rodenberry for showing what true inclusion looks like.
Tampa Bay Lightning Gives $300K to Community Champions
Five everyday heroes just received $300,000 in grants to support causes transforming Tampa Bay. The Lightning Foundation honored them in February, bringing its 15-year giving total to $35.57 million.
Tampa Lightning Gives $50K to Feed 30,000 Families
Savanna Thompson helps nearly 30,000 people yearly through Echo of Brandon's resource center in Thonotosassa. The Tampa Bay Lightning just handed her a $50,000 grant to keep the mission going strong.
Lightning Rally From 4 Down in Historic Stadium Series Win
The Tampa Bay Lightning pulled off the largest comeback in NHL outdoor game history, rallying from four goals down to beat the Boston Bruins 6-5 in a shootout before 64,617 fans. The wild game even featured the first goalie fight in outdoor hockey history.
Tampa Hockey Team Shows Up in NFL Uniforms for Outdoor Game
The Tampa Bay Lightning arrived at an NFL stadium wearing full Bucs uniforms, pads and all, before their Stadium Series game. Meanwhile, Boston Bruins players dressed as Colonial Patriots in a fun pregame show.
Goalie Fight Sparks Lightning's Historic Comeback Win
Two NHL goalies dropped their gloves in the first outdoor game goalie fight ever, and it turned into the spark that ignited the Tampa Bay Lightning's largest comeback in franchise history. Down 5-2 in the second period, the team rallied to win 6-5 after their goalie Andrei Vasilevskiy stood up for his teammate.
Tampa Sports Leader Honored with $100K for Tampa Charities
Rob Higgins, who spent two decades bringing major sporting events to Tampa Bay, received $100,000 to support five local organizations. The Tampa Bay Lightning's Community Hero program has now donated over $35 million to Tampa Bay nonprofits since 2011.
Hockey Meets Football in Epic Tampa Stadium Series Stunt
Tampa Bay Lightning players rolled up to their outdoor hockey game wearing full Buccaneers uniforms, complete with pads and helmets, while NFL stars Baker Mayfield and Tristan Wirfs led the way in hockey jerseys. The creative crossover celebration brought two sports communities together for an unforgettable night at Raymond James Stadium.