Lockport Ice Arena And Sports Center Inc (aka Cornerstone)

Lockport Ice Arena and Sports Center, Inc. is the nonprofit owner/operator of Cornerstone CFCU Arena, located in the City of Lockport. Located in Niagara County about 20 minutes from Buffalo, our facility is centered in a low-income community, with a census tract poverty rate of 29.67%. Our facility has become a community center within the city providing recreational experiences for everyone from ages 3-103.

When our building was constructed nearly 10 years ago, all of our support equipment was purchased in used condition, including scoreboards for both of our arenas and our Zamboni ice resurfacers. Since inception, we have replaced both Zambonis (one new used and the other a brand new unit in August of 2023 for $150,000. Majority of the funds were from donations and fundraising events.

We are now in need of a new scoreboard. The current one has technology that is now obsolete, and we struggle to source parts for repairs. Without a working scoreboard, we are unable to host many of the sporting games that support our mission.

We have secured $10,000 through a Niagara County Youth Bureau grant towards the replacement equipment. We need $8,000 more to fully fund the project. This project must be completed by 9/30/2024 in order to qualify for the county reimbursement.

Your support is profoundly important to help us continue to level the playing field.

Lockport Ice Arena And Sports Center Inc. - Mission and PurposeLockport Ice Arena And Sports Center Inc. - Mission and Purpose

About Us

Located in Lockport, NY, Lockport Ice Arena And Sports Center Inc., also known as Cornerstone, is dedicated to uplifting and enriching the community. Since our building was constructed nearly 10 years ago, all our support equipment was purchased in used condition, including scoreboards for both of our arenas and our Zamboni Ice resurfacers. Since inception, we have replaced both Zambonis (one new used and the other a brand-new unit in August of 2023). The majority of the funds were from donations and fundraising events.

Our Mission

• Support Youth Centers and Clubs
• Offer Diverse Programming
• Organize Sports Camps
• Facilitate Training Facilities for all sports enthusiasts
• Develop and Support Ice Hockey teams and events
• Build and Maintain Recreational Facilities
• Promote Lacrosse and provide resources to grow the sport
• Manage Competition Leagues to encourage healthy competition

Why We Need Your Support

We are now in dire need of a new scoreboard as our current one has outdated technology. Without a working scoreboard, we are unable to host many of the sporting games that support our mission. We have secured $10,000 through a Niagara County Youth Bureau grant but need an additional $8,000 to fully fund the project by September 30, 2024, to qualify for county reimbursement. We are confident that with your generous support, we can reach our fundraising goal and continue to provide a space where the community can thrive.

Make a Difference

Every donation, no matter how small, brings us a step closer to achieving our mission. Your contribution will directly impact the youth and sports enthusiasts in our community by providing state-of-the-art facilities and endless opportunities for growth and development. Thank you for your continued support!