Capitals Goaltender Charlie Lindgren Honored with Caps Care Community Award

Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation to Donate $20,000 to Charities in Lindgren's Name

Apr. 1, 2026 at 2:00pm

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The Washington Capitals have announced that goaltender Charlie Lindgren has been selected as the recipient of the organization's third annual Caps Care Community Award, recognizing his exceptional efforts in the community during the 2025-26 season. Lindgren will be honored in a pre-game ceremony on April 4, where the Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation will present him with a $20,000 grant to be split evenly between the So Kids SOAR adaptive sports organization and the Tragedy Assistance Program for Survivors.

Why it matters

The Caps Care Community Award is an important initiative that highlights the positive impact Capitals players have on the local community through their involvement in charitable causes and outreach programs. Lindgren's selection for this honor showcases his dedication to supporting adaptive sports, pediatric education, and other initiatives that benefit underserved youth and families in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area.

The details

Lindgren has been heavily involved in community work throughout the 2025-26 season, including through his own player program, Lindy's Lineup, which provides game experiences and adaptive sports opportunities for youth. He has also partnered with former teammate Nic Dowd's 'Dowd's Crowd' to host an annual adaptive skating event, and has participated in Capitals team initiatives like the October Saves Goalie Challenge and Caps Fight Cancer skate.

  • Lindgren will be recognized ahead of the Capitals' April 4 game vs. the Buffalo Sabres.
  • In January, Lindgren partnered with former teammate Nic Dowd's 'Dowd's Crowd' to host a joint adaptive skate event for the third consecutive year.
  • In November, Lindgren participated in the Caps Fight Cancer skate, welcoming cancer warriors and their families to the MedStar Capitals Iceplex.

The players

Charlie Lindgren

A goaltender for the Washington Capitals who has been heavily involved in community initiatives, including his own player program 'Lindy's Lineup' that provides opportunities for youth in adaptive sports and special education.

Mikkayla Lindgren

Charlie Lindgren's wife, who has a background in pediatric occupational therapy and helped inspire the creation of Lindy's Lineup.

John Edward Heath

CEO of The Adaptive Athletics Foundation of Maryland, an organization that partners with Lindgren on his community initiatives.

Elizabeth Pace

President and Executive Director of the Monumental Sports & Entertainment Foundation, which is providing the $20,000 grant in Lindgren's honor.

Caroline Potolicchio

Director of Fan Development for the Washington Capitals, who will present Lindgren with the Caps Care Community Award Trophy.

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What they’re saying

“We must not let individuals continue to damage private property in San Francisco.”

— Robert Jenkins, San Francisco resident

What’s next

Lindgren will be presented with the Caps Care Community Award Trophy by Capitals Director of Fan Development Caroline Potolicchio during the pre-game ceremony on April 4.

The takeaway

Lindgren's selection for the Caps Care Community Award underscores the Capitals' commitment to recognizing players who go above and beyond in supporting local causes and making a positive impact on the lives of youth and families in the D.C. region.