Iron Range Hockey Association Inc.

Overview

The Iron Range Hockey Association Inc. is a nonprofit organization based in Negaunee, Michigan. It operates as a house league hockey association, providing opportunities for youth from Mites through Midget levels, both boys and girls, to learn and play hockey[2]. The association is affiliated with both USA Hockey and the Michigan Amateur Hockey Association.

Mission

The mission of the Iron Range Hockey Association is to provide an affordable opportunity for youth of all abilities to learn the skills of skating and playing hockey in a positive atmosphere. By doing so, it aims to foster sportsmanship, character development, and physical activity among children[2].

Programs and Teams

The association serves the youth of five school districts in west and south Marquette County and is home to the Negaunee Miners High School Hockey Team. It organizes teams across various age groups, including Squirt, Peewee, and Bantam levels, with both AA and B divisions depending on the age group[1].

Nonprofit Status

As a nonprofit organization, the Iron Range Hockey Association Inc. is registered with the EIN 382888381. It is recognized as a tax-exempt organization under U.S. tax laws and files annual tax returns with the Internal Revenue Service[3][4].

Governance and Structure

The association is managed by a board of directors and operates based on its stated mission and objectives. It also engages in community activities and accepts applications for board membership to ensure active community participation[2].

[1] https://myhockeyrankings.com/association_info.php?a=3354 [2] https://ironrangehockey.com [3] https://projects.propublica.org/nonprofits/organizations/382888381/202412789349200546/full [4] https://www.charitynavigator.org/ein/382888381 [5] https://www.dnb.com/business-directory/company-profiles.iron_range_hockey_association_inc.de9fa00586c9b43e27273cbf58ab5c2f.html