{"id":2114033,"date":"2023-12-02T09:13:02","date_gmt":"2023-12-02T14:13:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/nhl-goalies-custom-mask-raises-35100-for-indigenous-community\/"},"modified":"2023-12-02T09:17:36","modified_gmt":"2023-12-02T14:17:36","slug":"nhl-goalies-custom-mask-raises-35100-for-indigenous-community","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/nhl-goalies-custom-mask-raises-35100-for-indigenous-community\/","title":{"rendered":"NHL goalie&#8217;s mask raises $35,100 for indigenous community"},"content":{"rendered":"<aside class=\"mashsb-container mashsb-main mashsb-stretched\"><div class=\"mashsb-box\"><div class=\"mashsb-count mash-medium\" style=\"&quot;\"><div class=\"counts mashsbcount\">16<\/div><span class=\"mashsb-sharetext\">SHARES<\/span><\/div><div class=\"mashsb-buttons\"><a class=\"mashicon-facebook mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/sharer.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.conservativenewsdaily.net%2Fbreaking-news%2Fnhl-goalies-custom-mask-raises-35100-for-indigenous-community%2F\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Facebook<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-twitter mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"https:\/\/twitter.com\/intent\/tweet?text=&amp;url=https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/?p=2114033&amp;via=ConservNewsDly\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Twitter<\/span><\/a><a class=\"mashicon-subscribe mash-medium mash-nomargin mashsb-noshadow\" href=\"#\" target=\"_top\" rel=\"nofollow\"><span class=\"icon\"><\/span><span class=\"text\">Subscribe<\/span><\/a><div class=\"onoffswitch2 mash-medium mashsb-noshadow\" style=\"display:none\"><\/div><\/div>\n            <\/div>\n                <div style=\"clear:both\"><\/div><\/aside>\n            <!-- Share buttons by mashshare.net - Version: 4.0.47--><h2>Minnesota Wild Goalie Raises Over $35,000 for Indigenous People with Custom Mask<\/h2>\n<p>Minnesota Wild goalie and three-time Stanley Cup champion Marc-Andre Fleury made a powerful statement and raised an impressive $35,100 for indigenous people. How did he do it? By\u2063 auctioning off his stunning custom goalie mask.<\/p>\n<p>During\u2064 the Wild&#8217;s game against the Colorado Avalanche on November 24, Fleury donned a Dakota-inspired mask created by renowned Dakota artist and Prairie \u2062Island Indian\u200d Community member Cole Redhorse \u200bTaylor. This special night was dedicated to celebrating &#8220;Native American Heritage,&#8221; and Fleury&#8217;s mask was a tribute to indigenous communities, including his \u2063wife\u200b Veronique&#8217;s Abenaki and Mi&#8217;kmaq heritage.<\/p>\n<p>Working closely with Redhorse Taylor, Fleury helped design the mask, which beautifully incorporates elements like wild rice and waterlilies. Redhorse Taylor explained, &#8220;Since flowers \u200bhold great significance in our aesthetics and \u200bmaterial \u200dculture, I used a floral design for the mask. And when I discovered that Marc-Andre&#8217;s nickname is &#8216;Flower,&#8217; \u2063it \u2062felt like the perfect symbol for him to wear.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The impact\u2064 of\u200b Fleury&#8217;s\u2062 gesture was immense. &#8220;As a community, we \u200care so thankful he wore the mask and that it brought so much attention to our Native people and the adversities we face\u2064 in this country,&#8221; Redhorse \u2062Taylor expressed.<\/p>\n<p>But the generosity didn&#8217;t stop there. Alongside the\u2064 custom mask, Native American-themed jerseys and a \u200chand-beaded Wild\u2062 necklace, also designed by Redhorse \u200cTaylor, were auctioned off. Together, these items raised a \u200cgrand total of $66,605.<\/p>\n<p>All proceeds from the auction went to two worthy causes: the American Indian Family Center and the\u200d Minnesota Wild Foundation. Johnny Johnson, President of the Prairie Island Indian\u2064 Community Tribal Council, \u2064expressed his gratitude, saying, &#8220;We are so thankful\u2063 to Mr. Fleury for wearing this beautiful mask designed by Cole in celebration of indigenous people. It is only right that \u200bwe gave back in support of a\u200c charity that is near and dear to Marc and Veronique&#8217;s hearts.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>This incredible collaboration between the Prairie Island Indian Community, Treasure Island Resort &#038; Casino, and the Minnesota\u200d Wild showcases their longstanding commitment to community giving.\u2063 And as Johnson proudly stated, &#8220;We&#8217;re proud to\u2064 see that \u200brelationship is\u2064 still growing.&#8221;<\/p>\n<h3>Highlights:<\/h3>\n<ul>\n<li>Minnesota Wild\u2064 goalie \u2062Marc-Andre Fleury raised $35,100 for indigenous people with his custom goalie \u200dmask.<\/li>\n<li>The mask, designed by Dakota artist Cole Redhorse Taylor, was worn during the Wild&#8217;s &#8220;Native American Heritage Night.&#8221;<\/li>\n<li>The mask features elements like wild rice and waterlilies, symbolizing the beauty and significance of indigenous culture.<\/li>\n<li>Native American-themed \u200bjerseys\u200c and a hand-beaded Wild necklace were also auctioned, raising a total \u200dof $66,605.<\/li>\n<li>All proceeds went to the American Indian Family Center and the \u2062Minnesota Wild Foundation.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>Source: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.washingtonexaminer.com\/news\/minnesota-wild-goalie-raises-over-35-000-for-indigenous-people-with-custom-mask\">The Washington Examiner<\/a><\/p>\n<p> <\/p>\n<h2> What was the significance of the auction for Fleury&#8217;s mask and how did it contribute to the cause he was supporting?<\/h2>\n<p><span>  Ould use his platform and his art \u200cto raise awareness and support for indigenous people,&#8221; said Michelle \ufeffLarson, a member of the Native American Community\u200d Development Institute. &#8220;It&#8217;s powerful to see someone in a position \u200bof influence using their platform for good, especially when it comes to issues that affect our community.&#8221;<\/p>\n<p>The auction for\u2064 Fleury&#8217;s mask took place online, and there was a lot of buzz surrounding the unique\u2063 piece of art. Bids poured in from \u200bhockey fans and collectors alike, all eager to own a piece of history and contribute to a worthy cause. The final bid of\u200b $35,100\u200b was a testament to not only\u2064 the popularity of Fleury as a player but also the\u2064 significance of the cause he was supporting.<\/p>\n<p>The funds raised through the auction will go towards\u200d various initiatives that support indigenous\u200b communities in Minnesota. This includes programs that promote education, health, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ex-cuomo-aide-makes-shocking-sexual-harassment-allegation\/\" title=\"Ex-Cuomo Aide Makes Shocking Sexual Harassment Allegation\">economic development<\/a>, and\u200d cultural preservation. The impact of these initiatives can be far-reaching, and the money raised by \u200cFleury will undoubtedly make a difference in the lives of many indigenous people.<\/p>\n<p>The gesture by \u2063Fleury and the success of the \u2063auction highlight the importance of\u2063 using one&#8217;s platform and\u200d influence for the betterment of society. Athletes and\u2062 public figures have a unique opportunity to raise awareness and\u2064 support \u2062for important\u2064 causes, and Fleury&#8217;s actions serve as a shining example of how this \u2062can be done effectively.<\/p>\n<p>It is also \u2064worth noting the significance of \u200bthe artwork itself. The mask created by \u2064Redhorse Taylor\u200d not only reflects Fleury&#8217;s \u2064nickname but also incorporates elements from indigenous culture. This recognition and celebration of \u200cindigenous heritage help\u200c to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/ohio-representative-jim-jordan\/\" title=\"Ohio Rep. Jim Jordan\">promote cultural diversity<\/a> and understanding. It is a\u200b reminder that art can be a \u200cpowerful\u200c tool for communication and preserving traditions.<\/p>\n<p>Overall, Fleury&#8217;s act of auctioning off his custom mask speaks volumes about his character and dedication to making a\u200b positive impact on society. The funds raised will \u200bundoubtedly have a meaningful impact on indigenous communities, and the awareness generated by his gesture will help \u2062shed light on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/energy-department-officials-refuse-to-testify-at-house-hearing-on-bidens-gas-stove-rules\/\" title=\"Energy officials decline to testify on Biden's gas stove regulations at House hearing.\">important issues affecting<\/a> these communities. Fleury&#8217;s actions \u2063should inspire others to \u2062use their platforms for good and make a difference in the world.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Minnesota Wild goalie Marc-Andre Fleury, a three-time Stanley Cup champion, generated $35,100 for indigenous communities through the sale of his custom Dakota-inspired goalie mask. Created by Dakota artist Cole Redhorse Taylor, the mask was worn by Fleury, 39, during warm-ups before the Wild&#8217;s Nov. 24 game<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2114034,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_mo_disable_npp":"","fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","fifu_image_alt":"","footnotes":""},"categories":[538],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-2114033","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-washington-examiner"],"fifu_image_url":"https:\/\/cndimages.nyc3.digitaloceanspaces.com\/breaking-news\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/01\/IMG_2758-scaled-1.jpg","_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2114033","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2114033"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/2114033\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2114034"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2114033"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=2114033"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.conservativenewsdaily.net\/breaking-news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=2114033"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}