Hi, my name is Eric Hanspard, Founder & Owner of

Sk8 America Roller Rink, LLC & Director of our nonprofit org.

Sk8 America Fitness & Educational Development Corporation

(501c3 tax-exempt).

I’m launching this GoFundMe to raise the capital needed to bring Joy, Fitness, and Fun to Hammond, Indiana (Northwest, Indiana).

One Skate & One Family at a Time.

We’ve a great location UNOFFICIALLY in Hammond, Indiana, NOW we just need the essential funding for remodeling and working capital to open our doors in 2026!

Why This Matters:

Northwest Indiana (Hammond) deserves a space where kids can be kids, where teens stay active, and where families come together.

Sk8 America Roller Rink is a dream built on community love and a lifelong passion for roller skating.

With your support, we will create a safe, uplifting, and empowering environment offering:

Public skating sessions!

Fitness & wellness programs!

Youth development & mentorship opportunities!

Family-friendly events & community outreach!

Every donation big or small.. Brings us one step closer to rolling out a brighter future for our community.

Together, We Can Bring This Vision to Life!

We are proudly an active member of the Roller Skating Association International.

If you feel moved to support, please know your generosity is deeply appreciated.

(A W9 form will be mailed for any donation over $599.)

Website: www.sk8americarollerrink.com

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Business inquiries: sk8americarollerrink at yahoo.com

Thank you for believing in this mission.

— Eric Hanspard, Founder & Owner, Sk8 America Roller Rink

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