

Thank you for your interest in the 2025 TESF Courage Classic!
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About the TESF Courage Classic.
The Thomas E. Smith Foundation Courage Classic is more than a hockey game, it’s a shot at changing lives. Powered by the Boston Bruins Foundation, will be a first-of-its-kind charity hockey tournament at TD Garden. The inaugural event will be held on September 29, 2025 during SCI (spinal cord injury) Awareness Month.
Event Details.
- Four teams, each with sixteen players
- Each team will be coached by one of the following Boston Bruins legends: Bob Sweeney; Zdeno Chara; Ray Bourque; Andrew Raycroft
- Each player will receive a custom keepsake jersey, socks, and a gift bag
- Player shoot-around before each game
- Two games followed by a championship game
- Reception lunch to follow at the TD Garden
- Opportunities for exclusive access, photos, and meet and greets with the coaches

Player Fundraising Commitment.
Each player participating in the 2025 TESF Courage Classic is expected to raise a minimum of $5,000.
To make fundraising simple and effective, every player will receive a custom fundraising webpage, powered by the Boston Bruins Foundation. Participants can meet their fundraising goal through:
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Personal donations
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Outreach to friends, family, and colleagues
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Corporate sponsorships
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Employee giving and matching gift programs
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Donor-advised funds
Throughout the campaign, TESF and the Bruins Foundation will provide tools, tips, and personal support to help players succeed.


Why Your Support Matters.
The Thomas E. Smith Foundation is often the first call for families and caregivers when a spinal cord injury happens.
We provide critical financial and emotional support, help navigate short- and long-term care planning, and cover urgent needs that insurance won’t—or can’t.
Funds raised through this event directly support our Care Continuum Program, improving quality of life for individuals living with paralysis.
Your support makes this possible. Complete the form above to sign up now!
