"Family homelessness is one of the biggest issues facing our community, so I am proud to support the Community Shelter Board and the essential work it does to help people in Columbus," said Laine. "I am very lucky to get to do what I love to do and do it in a city like Columbus, so it was important to me to give back to families that need some help."
Community Shelter Board leads a coordinated, community effort to make sure everyone has a place to call home. CSB is the collective impact organization driving strategy, accountability, collaboration, and resources to achieve the best outcomes for people facing homelessness in Columbus and Franklin County.
"Thank you to Patrik Laine for joining with Community Shelter Board to make sure everyone has a place to call home. The Columbus Blue Jackets are one of the reasons that Columbus is a great place to live. We are honored by Laine's incredible support to help families facing homelessness. This generous donation will make it possible for families to leave the shelter and have a safe, decent place to live and get back on the road to stability," said Michelle Heritage, Executive Director of Community Shelter Board.
Fans interested in supporting Patrik's efforts can do so by visiting
www.bluejackets.com/LaineGivesBack
to make a donation or to learn more.
The Blue Jackets open their 22nd regular season at the Carolina Hurricanes on Wednesday, October 12. Game time from PNC Arena is 7 p.m. ET. Live coverage on Bally Sports Ohio begins with the Blue Jackets Live pre-game show starting at 6:30 p.m. The game may also be heard on the Blue Jackets Radio Network, including Sports Radio 97.1 The Fan in Columbus, and online at BlueJackets.com. The club plays its home opener on Friday when they host the three-time Stanley Cup champion Tampa Bay Lightning at Nationwide Arena. Game time is 7 p.m. ET.
