Washington Capitals – Community Donation Requests
Memorabilia Donations for Washington, D.C. Area Nonprofits
The Washington Capitals are committed to making a positive impact beyond the ice by supporting local charities and nonprofit organizations through donations of Capitals memorabilia.
Due to the high volume of requests received, not all organizations can be supported. All applicants must carefully follow the established guidelines to be considered.
Organization
Washington Capitals
Support Type
In-kind memorabilia donations
Geographic Focus
Washington, D.C. metropolitan area (Washington, D.C., Maryland, and Virginia)
Types of Support
The Capitals provide:
- Team memorabilia for fundraising and community events
The following are not available:
- Game tickets
- Monetary donations
- Monetary sponsorships
- Autographs on mailed or dropped-off personal items
Eligibility & Submission Requirements
To be considered:
- Your organization must be located in Washington, D.C., Maryland, or Virginia
- Requests must be submitted at least six (6) weeks prior to the event date
- The official online donation form must be completed in full
- Requests submitted via email, fax, mail, or phone will not be considered
- Do not call to check on status — all correspondence is handled via email
- Submitting a request does not guarantee approval
It is recommended that events are not centered on the anticipation of receiving a donation item. Capitals memorabilia should serve as a complimentary enhancement to your event.
Important Notes
- The Capitals use an entirely digital submission process
- Do not mail or fax requests to team offices
- All requests are subject to approval by the Washington Capitals Community Relations Office
Why This Opportunity Is a Good Fit
This program is ideal for:
- Nonprofits hosting fundraising auctions or community events
- Washington, D.C. metro-based charitable organizations
- Schools and local community groups seeking memorabilia to enhance fundraising efforts
- Organizations able to meet the six-week advance submission requirement
The Washington Capitals Community Donation Program is best suited for local nonprofits seeking high-visibility in-kind support to strengthen fundraising events and community engagement.
Apply / Learn More:
➡️ https://www.nhl.com/capitals/community
Corporate Grants Guide Notes
Review Type: Ongoing
Lead Time Required: Minimum 6 weeks before event
Geographic Limitation: Washington, D.C., Maryland, Virginia
Best Suited For: D.C. metro nonprofits seeking in-kind sports memorabilia donations
