Sharks Foundation Email Format
Spectator SportsCalifornia, United States11-50 Employees
Sharks Foundation is a Bay Area nonprofit organization established in 1994 as the official charity arm of the San Jose Sharks. Operating in the spectator sports sector, it focuses on youth education and wellness, aiming to provide equitable access to hockey while supporting quality education and wellness resources for young people. Based in San Jose, California, the foundation serves the local community and partners with various local organizations to extend its impact, having distributed more than $21 million to Bay Area programs since its inception. In addition to program grants, the organization has expanded its governance in 2026 with new appointments to its Board of Directors, reflecting ongoing organizational development. The foundation also runs initiatives such as the Goals for Kids program and collaborations with schools and community partners to bring activities like yoga and hockey-related education to underrepresented youth.