(GREENVILLE, S.C.) - The Greenville Swamp Rabbits, proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s Los Angeles Kings and AHL’s Ontario Reign, are excited to welcome Goodwill Industires of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) as a Proud Partner of the organization.

GIUMSC’s partnership encompasses a broad spectrum of community engagement and fundraising throughout the 2026-27 season. Goodwill is be the game night sponsor of the St. Patrick’s Day Game on March13th, with their logo prominently displayed on the specialty jersey for the game. Auction proceeds will directly benefit GIUMSC. The organization will also feature as a sponsor during Fan Appreciation Weekend, specificially for the April 9th contest. Throughout the entirety of the season, Goodwill and the Swamp Rabbits are teaming up for the “Change For Change” program, where fans have an opportunity to donate to GIUMSC by rounding up on purchases made at the Hop Shop at Swamp Rabbits home games. Fans can also buy limited edition reusable bags at the Hop Shop, with all bag proceeds going to GIUMSC. On October 30th, there will be a “Welcome Home” jersey swap, with GIUMSC receiving jerseys collected via donation.

“We are excited to partner with Goodwill to bring the ‘Change for Change’ program to life this season. This partnership provides a meaningful opportunity to share Goodwill’s mission of strengthening lives and communities throughout the Upstate and Midlands while celebrating the incredible impact of its work every day,” said Tanner Babeo, Manager of Community Group Sales. “By coming together with an organization that shares our commitment to making a difference in the community, we can help create positive change in our market while raising critical funds to support Goodwill’s mission and the individuals and families it serves.”

“Everyone deserves the opportunity to achieve economic mobility through the power of work. Through our partnership with the Greenville Swamp Rabbits, fans can help their neighbors access job training and career opportunities through Goodwill’s training and career services,” said Chunsta Miller, Vice President of Communication & Public Engagement, Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina. “We’re excited to bring our community together through Change for Change and turn the energy of game night into opportunities that change lives.”

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About Goodwill Industries of Upstate/Midlands South Carolina...
Goodwill Industries of the Upstate/Midlands South Carolina (GIUMSC) is a locally owned and operated nonprofit within the Goodwill Industries International, Inc. network. Founded in May 1973, GIUMSC has served the people of South Carolina for over 50 years to create generational success for job seekers, families and communities. Goodwill’s 41 retail stores across 16 counties turn donors’ generosity into new treasures for shoppers. More than 90 cents of every dollar spent is then invested back into providing life-changing education and career services at no cost.

About the Swamp Rabbits...
Acquired by Spire Sports + Entertainment (SS+E) in 2020, the Greenville Swamp Rabbits hockey team have been providing family friendly, live entertainment at Bon Secours Wellness Arena since 2010. Formerly the Greenville Road Warriors, the Swamp Rabbits are the highest-level professional minor league franchise in South Carolina. The Swamp Rabbits are the proud ECHL affiliate of the NHL’s LA Kings and the AHL’s Ontario Reign. Greenville is a member of the ECHL, Premier ‘AA’ Hockey League.