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NEW ROCHELLE LIGHTNING HOCKEY INC
NEW ROCHELLE, NY · EIN 133748272 · Form 990 · FY2023 · Small ($100K-$1M) · nrlhockey.org
revenue
$253K
expenses
$303K
net assets
$71K
employees
0
volunteers
24
program ratio
100%
mission · from form 990

THE ORGANIZATION ENABLES CHILDREN AGES 4-18 TO LEARN AND PLAY COMPETITIVE TRAVEL ICE HOCKEY.

profile · synthesized from sources

New Rochelle Lightning Hockey Inc. is a nonprofit youth hockey organization based in New Rochelle, NY, serving children ages 4–18. The organization provides competitive travel ice hockey and skill development programs grounded in USA Hockey guidelines and the American Development Model. It emphasizes sportsmanship, player growth, and accessibility through community support and volunteer involvement.

named programs · 3 · from sources

What they call their work

Competitive Travel Teams
Teams for age groups 8U through 18U that compete in regional leagues and tournaments across the tri-state area, following USA Hockey and NYSAHA guidelines
Learn to Play Program
Introductory initiative in partnership with the NHL and New York Rangers for young players to learn skating and hockey fundamentals in a fun, supportive environment
Skills & Development Program
Non-travel program for players ages 8U–14U focusing on skill-building, teamwork, and game understanding outside of competitive leagues
activities · 3 groups

What they do

  • Youth Sports Volunteer Coordination 2 activities
    • Administrative and operational support for hockey programs
      Provides strategic planning, financial oversight, program development, and administrative coordination to sustain youth hockey operations. Manages team logistics including USA Hockey membership registration, player code enforcement, and seasonal planning such as tryout registration and equipment ordering.
    • Coaching and volunteer staff management
      Employs professional head coaches certified through USA Hockey and ensures all coaching and volunteer staff, including team managers, are USA Hockey-certified, trained in the American Development Model and Safe Sport, and have passed background checks to support safe and effective player development.
  • Youth Ice Hockey Development 2 activities
    • Organization of youth hockey practices and competitions
      Organizes regular hockey practices and competitive games at local ice rinks, including participation in regional leagues such as the Hudson Valley Hockey League (HVHL) and Stamford Wings Arena leagues, as well as Northeast tournaments and jamborees for teams across age divisions (8U–14U).
    • Youth ice hockey development programs
      Provides structured, skill-based youth ice hockey programs for players ages 4 to 18, including Learn To Play initiatives, non-travel skills development, and competitive travel teams up to the 18U level. Programs emphasize progressive player development through clinics, training, and game experience.
  • Youth Sports Conduct Enforcement 1 activity
    • Promotion of sportsmanship and positive youth development
      Emphasizes core values of sportsmanship, fair play, and respectful behavior toward players, coaches, referees, and parents. Encourages focus on effort and skill development over winning, and fosters a supportive culture aligned with USA Hockey’s Code of Conduct and SafeSport guidelines.
financials · form 990 · fy2023
revenue
Total revenue$253K
Contributions & grants$216K85%
Program service revenue$37K15%
Investment income$60%
Other revenue$0
expenses
Total expenses$303K
Program expenses100%
Admin / overhead0%
Fundraising0%
Salaries & benefits$0
Grants paid out$0
Largest expense lineOther
balance sheet
Total assets$186K
Cash$130K
Investments$0
Liabilities$114K
Net assets$71K
Liquid reserves5.2 mo
5 years on record · 2019–2023 · YoY revenue -3.9%
relationships · 22

Who they work with

  • E.J. Murray Memorial Skating Center Partner — Outdoor rink used for team practices and competitions.
  • Hudson Valley Hockey League Network — Member league in which NRLH fields competitive teams.
  • Ice Hutch Partner — Rink frequently used for team practices and competitions.
  • Jan Mar Partner — Partner location where players can try on gear; located at 1279 North Ave.
  • NHL Partner — Collaborates with the NHL on the Learn to Play initiative to introduce youth to hockey.
  • NHL Partner — Collaborates with the NHL on the Learn to Play initiative to introduce youth to ice hockey.
  • NHL Partner — Partner in the Learn To Play initiative.
  • NY Rangers Partner — Collaborates with the NY Rangers on the Learn to Play initiative to introduce youth to hockey.
  • NY Rangers Partner — Partner in the Learn To Play initiative and recipient of the RangersAssist grant.
  • NYSAHA Network — Follows NYSAHA guidelines for tryout dates and structure.
  • New York Rangers Partner — Participates in the New York Rangers Learn to Play program to provide introductory hockey opportunities for youth.
  • Playland Ice Casino Partner — Primary rink used for team practices and competitions.
  • USA Hockey Network — Adheres to and enforces the USA Hockey Code of Conduct as part of its player expectations.
  • USA Hockey Network — Follows USA Hockey guidelines for program structure and tryouts.
  • USA Hockey Network — Member organization under USA Hockey's national structure.
  • USA Hockey Network — Member organization within the USA Hockey national network, requiring players to register for USA Hockey membership.
  • USA Hockey Network — Operates as a member organization under USA Hockey.
  • USA Hockey Network — Operates as a registered non-profit member organization under USA Hockey.
  • USA Hockey Partner — Collaborates with USA Hockey for coach certification, Safe Sport Training, and implementation of the American Development Model.
  • USA Hockey Partner — Partner organization whose registration system is required for participation in New Rochelle Lightning Hockey programs.
  • Westchester Skating Academy Partner — Rink frequently used for team practices and competitions.
  • info@nrlh.org Partner — Point of contact for sponsorship inquiries and partnership engagement
strategies · 4

How they approach the work

Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.

  • Cost-Reduced Access Model
    methodology: cost-effective programming
    By combining fundraising, donations, and affordable tuition, the organization makes competitive youth hockey accessible to more families because financial barriers are reduced without compromising program quality.
  • Holistic Youth Development through Hockey
    methodology: holistic-youth-development
    By combining hockey instruction with character-building and social-emotional learning, the organization promotes positive youth development because structured sports experiences foster integrity, teamwork, and inclusive culture.
  • Player-Centered Development via ADM
    methodology: american_development_model
    By using the American Development Model (ADM) to guide coaching and team structure, the organization fosters long-term athlete growth on and off the ice because age-appropriate, development-first practices increase engagement, skill acquisition, and personal development.
  • Tiered Development Pathway for Access and Growth
    methodology: tiered_player_development
    By offering a structured progression from beginner programs (e.g., NHL Learn to Play) to competitive travel teams, the organization increases accessibility and sustains long-term player engagement because clear pathways support skill development and sport retention.