NENSA is thrilled and honored to be a 2026/27 Share Winter Foundation Grantee. The Share Winter Foundation is a grant making organization dedicated to improving the lives, health, and fitness of youth through winter sports. Their generous support continues to fund our Nordic Rocks program.
Nordic Rocks is the most inclusive and equitable program offered by NENSA. Every student participates, regardless of financial means, access to transportation, or family support. The program’s impact goes far beyond the snow; it is fostering healthier, more confident, and more resilient children. By learning a new skill like skiing, students build self-esteem, develop perseverance, and strengthen teamwork skills that serve them both in and out of the classroom.
NENSA is proud to partner with an organization whose mission so closely aligns with our own, introducing young people to the lifelong sport of cross-country skiing and its many health, fitness, and social benefits in a fun, inclusive, and safe environment. This collaboration strengthens NENSA’s commitment to making Nordic skiing accessible and enjoyable for youth across the region.
Through Nordic Rocks, elementary school students have the opportunity to experience cross-country skiing during the school day with their teachers and classmates, while also learning about the health and lifestyle benefits of exercise and outdoor fun. NENSA assists each participating school with ski curriculum, resources, teaching support, and equipment acquisition. The goal is not only to introduce more young people to skiing by removing potential barriers to entry, but also to provide a pathway for students to continue skiing at local ski centers and with local clubs. In this way, Nordic Rocks plants the seeds for lifelong engagement in the sport.
NENSA is deeply grateful to the Share Winter Foundation for their continued partnership. Their support has expanded access, removed barriers, and created opportunities for young people to grow healthier, more confident, and more resilient through the Nordic Rocks program.
