What Gallatin Ice Foundation does

Gallatin Ice Foundation, operating as Gallatin Ice, is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 20-5748563) that operates the only indoor ice facility in Southwest Montana, located at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman. The organization traces its lineage to a 1977 seasonal rink at Bogert Park, was formalized through the Bozeman Amateur Hockey Association in 1983, and was incorporated as a fundraising foundation in 2006. It operates two connected indoor rinks (the Langlas Community Ice Rink inside Haynes Pavilion on the east side, and the Ressler Motors Ice Rink inside the Ice Barn on the west side, soon to be renamed the Bottcher Families Community Ice Center), supported by refrigeration plant, Zamboni resurfacing equipment, and climate control systems upgraded in 2021 to enable year-round operations.

The organization delivers ice programming across six core segments: Learn to Skate instruction, youth hockey (Termites through 19U girls), adult hockey leagues, figure skating development tiers, public skating, and private rentals, while serving as home ice for four competitive hockey teams (MSU Men's and Women's ACHA programs, Bozeman Ice Dogs NA3HL Junior A, and Bozeman Stingers Senior A) plus the affiliated Bozeman Figure Skating Club and Bozeman Curling Club. Programming reaches roughly 10,000 hours of on-ice activity annually, engages approximately 3,500 local families, and draws 200,000+ annual visitors.

Revenue is generated through a diversified mix: ticket sales for hockey games, private ice rentals at $275/hour per rink, public skate admissions ($11 adult / $8 child) with $5 skate rentals, youth equipment rental subscriptions ($40/season), rink advertising and dasher-board sponsorships reaching 200,000 visitors, seat naming rights ($1,000-$1,500), the Founders Club executive membership, on-site F&B via the Barnburner Grill, long-term facility naming rights (Bottcher Families and Langlas agreements at 75 years each), annual fundraising events such as the Gloves Off Gala ($185K raised in 2026), and tax-deductible donations and grants. The organization is currently mid-execution of an $8.1M 'Finish the Ice Barn' capital campaign, with Phase 1 (east-side seating, jumbotron, sound system) completed in 2025 and Phase 2 (west-side expansion with 1,500-seat capacity, Blue Line Club restaurant, executive suite, new locker rooms) underway through end of 2026.

Name

Gallatin Ice Foundation

Legal name

Gallatin Ice Foundation

Website

https://gallatinice.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2006

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

Gallatin Ice Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit operating Southwest Montana's only indoor ice arena in Bozeman, delivering youth and adult hockey, figure skating, Learn to Skate, public skating, and private rentals to roughly 200,000 annual visitors across two rinks, while currently executing an $8.1M facility expansion.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Ice Arena & Ice Sports Facility

NAICS

Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (713940), Fitness and Recreational Sports Centers (71394)

SIC

Services-Membership Sports & Recreation Clubs (7997), Services-Amusement & Recreation Services (7900)

akta.pro primary industry

Ice Rinks & Winter Sports Facilities (MPAKAEAG)

akta.pro secondary industries

Winter Sports Schools & Activity Centers (Ski, Snowboard, Snowmobile) (THAAAKAI), Winter Sports Teams/Clubs (Ski, Snowboard, Bobsleigh, etc.) (MPAKABAI)

Keywords

• Ice arena operations
• Youth hockey programs
• Figure skating instruction
• Public skating sessions
• Private ice rentals

Headquarters

HQ city

Bozeman

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel

Revenue model

1. Ticket Sales: Revenue from individual game tickets and season tickets for hockey games. Reserved seating and general admission options available. The facility hosts four local hockey teams playing at Junior A, Collegiate, and Senior A levels.
2. Private Ice Rental: $275/hour rental cost for both rinks. Special pricing for schools and non-profit organizations. Includes 50 minutes of on-ice time plus 10-minute Zamboni cut, 10 skate aids, access to two locker rooms, tables and chairs.
3. Rink Advertising & Sponsorship: Advertising at the arena offers brand recognition with Bozeman's ice community. Year-round operations attract nearly 200,000 annual visitors. Includes dasher board advertising, website logo placement, and announcer recognition.
4. Seat Naming Rights Campaign: Tax-deductible seat naming rights as part of the Finish the Ice Barn campaign. Arena-style seating for $1,500 each, bench seating for $1,000 each. Includes personalized plaque, first right of refusal for season tickets, and invitation to opening ceremony.
5. Public Skate Admissions: Public skating sessions at $11 for adults and $8 for children aged 5-17. Skate rental available for $5 per pair.
6. Donations & Grants: As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit (EIN 20-5748563), Gallatin Ice relies on tax-deductible contributions from individuals, corporations, and grantmakers. Notable grants include $400,000 from M.J. Murdock Charitable Trust and $2 million from Bottcher families for arena expansion.
7. Food & Beverage: Barnburner Grill provides concessions during hockey events with food, drinks, and beer. The Blue Line Club restaurant & pub will be located on the 2nd floor mezzanine of the expanded facility.
8. Naming Rights: Long-term naming rights agreements including 75-year rights for Bottcher Families Community Ice Center and Langlas Community Ice Rink. Haynes Pavilion naming agreement extends through 2073.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

Gallatin Ice Foundation operates a two-rink indoor ice arena complex at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman, Montana. The organization delivers ice sports programming including Learn to Skate classes, youth and adult hockey leagues, figure skating development programs, public skating sessions, and private ice rentals. It also hosts home games for four competitive hockey teams (MSU Men's/Women's Hockey, Bozeman Ice Dogs, Bozeman Stingers) and supports a curling program.

Product overview

Gallatin Ice Foundation operates a two-rink indoor ice arena complex at the Gallatin County Fairgrounds in Bozeman, Montana. The facility consists of two connected buildings: Haynes Pavilion (now Langlas Community Ice Rink, the original east-side rink) and the Bottcher Families Community Ice Center (formerly the Ice Barn, west-side facility undergoing major 2026 expansion). The core offering is ice time and programming including Learn to Skate instruction, youth and adult hockey leagues, figure skating programs, public skating sessions, and private rentals. The venue hosts four competitive hockey teams (MSU Men's and Women's Hockey, Bozeman Ice Dogs, Bozeman Stingers), plus curling and various events. Supporting revenue comes from rink advertising, Founders Club executive suite memberships, seat naming rights campaigns, annual Gloves Off Gala fundraising events, and specialty license plates. The nonprofit is mid-execution of an $8.1 million 'Finish the Ice Barn' expansion project to complete the arena with new seating, restaurants, and amenities.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Learn to Skate Program Instructional skating classes for kids and adults covering basic skills, balance, and ice confidence. Includes progressive skill building from beginner to advanced levels with class times and skate rental.
• Youth Hockey Programs

Quantifiable outcome

• Nearly 3,500 families engaged annually in programs
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers8 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles6 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

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Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• Langlas & AssociatescoreImplementation/ SI/ Consulting Partner · 24 June 2026Construction partner for Phase II of the Finish the Ice Barn campaign. Donated the facility's jumbotron installed in 2025 during Phase I. Secured naming rights for the east-side rink (Langlas Community Ice Rink) for 75 years. Nonprofits cannot thrive without support from businesses in the community.
• Best Western Plus Grantree InnminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner displayed on the Gallatin Ice website. One of several community business supporters.
• Kenyon NobleminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner displayed on the Gallatin Ice website. Construction/building materials partner.
• Martel ConstructionminorGTM or Marketing PartnerFeatured partner displayed on the Gallatin Ice website. Commercial construction company. Board member Michael Wilkinson works as a Commercial Project Manager for Martel.
• Ratio Wealth GroupminorGTM or Marketing PartnerTitle sponsor for the BAHA Youth Hockey Golf Tournament. Customized wealth planning services company supporting youth hockey programs because they are hockey players and want to see youth programs continue to grow.
• Eagle Mount Great FallsminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership to bring sled hockey to Bozeman. Eagle Mount Great Falls started the Sled Hockey program in 2010 and partnered with BAHA to expand the program to the Bozeman community.

Scale indicators10 records

Recent moves13 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Market position

Strengths4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/@gallatinice
• Facebookfacebook.com/gallatinice
• Instagraminstagram.com/gallatinice.bozeman
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/bozeman-amateur-hockey-association

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Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles18 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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M&A

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