OVERVIEW

The Calgary Flames Foundation is investing in programs committed to Helping Kids Play and Prosper! Whilst we provide funding to a broad scope of programs and charities that support our community, due to the recent volume of applications, priority and funding emphasis will be given to applicants promoting sport, movement, activity, and play directly serving youth.

During the 2023-24 season, the Calgary Flames Foundation donated over $4.5 million to charitable organizations in southern Alberta. Since inception in 1983, the Flames Foundation has donated over $64 million to our community.

Prior to submitting your request, please consult the eligibility and/or contact a member of our Foundation staff to discuss whether your group is eligible.

This program supports initiatives under three main pillars of health and wellness, education, and grassroots sports with an emphasis on youth. Grants provided range in size, depending on the scope and scale of the project or program – list of past beneficiaries is available below.

Each year, the Calgary Flames Foundation has $500,000 to distribute for charities with programs focused on Helping Kids Play and Prosper.

Charities are welcome to apply for donations up to $100,000, the average donation is $25,000. For donation requests greater than $100,000, please consult the Large Gifts/Capital Campaigns portion below.

The Calgary Flames Foundation receives over 100 applications annually, please do not budget to receive this one-time donation.

The Community Grant Program accepts applications from charities operating within Southern Alberta, focused on “Helping Kids Play and Prosper.”

The grant program can only accept applications from CRA registered charities. Please visit the Canada Revenue Agency’s Charities Listings website to determine whether your organization is a qualified charity, link is below.

https://apps.cra-arc.gc.ca/ebci/hacc/srch/pub/dsplyBscSrch?request_locale=en

The Calgary Flames Foundation appreciates the support of the Flames 50/50 program. All funds raised through the 50/50 are distributed under the guidance, rules and regulations of the Alberta Gaming and Liquor Commission. Successful applicants will be required to complete an AGLC form in order to gain this approval from the AGLC.

If you are successful in receiving funding, please note you will be unable to apply for two years from the date that funding was previously received. Should you be unsure if you are within the two years of original funding, please contact a member of our foundation staff.

Please note that the Calgary Flames Foundation does not sponsor events. Reference the Events/Donation Requests tab for more information.

Applications are open annually from March 1st to April 1st. Charities will be notified by June 1st.

Calgary Flames Playground Award: The Calgary Flames Playground Award, through Parks Foundation Calgary, supports playground projects in Calgary helping to build and provide places to play for people of all ages. Application deadlines are February 1, May 1 and October 1 on an annual basis: https://www.parksfdn.com/building-communities

Calgary Flames Outdoor Rink Award: The Calgary Flames Outdoor Rink Award, through Parks Foundation Calgary, supports new rinks and rink refurbishment/lifecycle projects in Calgary. The project should provide an accessible and inclusive space that enables people to play. Applications are reviewed annually with on October 1 deadline: https://www.parksfdn.com/amateur-sport-grant

Grassroots Sports Team: The Calgary Flames Foundation and CSEC are proud to support hundreds of sports teams through the 50/50 programs for the Calgary Flames, Roughnecks, Hitmen, and Wranglers games. Sports team sell tickets on the concourse of the Scotiabank Saddledome and earn funds towards their fundraising efforts. For more information visit: https://www.nhl.com/flames/community/50-50-application

Amateur Sport Grant: In partnership with the Parks Foundation, the goal of the Amateur Sports Grant Program is to promote sport development and enhance sport participation for Calgarians of all ages. The program supports capital projects that provide significant benefit to the continuation and enrichment of sport Eligible organizations, based in Calgary, can apply for grants for new sports facilities, expanding or improving existing facilities, or purchasing sport related equipment. The Amateur Sport Grant Program was created to provide an Olympic legacy from the operations of the Saddledome. The continued success of the program is made possible through a joint community partnership with the Calgary Flames Hockey Club, the Saddledome Foundation, and Parks Foundation Calgary. Since the inception of the Amateur Sport Grant Program, we have awarded more than $15 million dollars to over 560 groups in Calgary. Application deadlines are May 1st and October 1st, 2024.To learn more and apply for the Amateur Sport Grant, visit: www.parksfdn.com/amateur-sport-grant

CSEC Inclusion Program: The Calgary Flames Foundation and CSEC Inclusion Program is comprised of a $2 million investment in sport inclusion through the Calgary Flames Foundation, along with the establishment of organizational and community partnerships and programs that promote inclusion. This inclusion fund includes a $2 million commitment to support inclusion, diversity and equality in sport. The CSEC Inclusion Fund will foster greater inclusion and access to sport for BIPOC individuals, people with disabilities, women and girls, and the LGBTQ2S+ community. For more information visit: https://calgaryflamesfoundation.com/csecinclusion/ or to apply visit: https://calgaryflamesfoundation.com/csecinclusion/application/

If you are currently looking for funding for a signature project or capital campaign, or are looking for funding over $100,000, please contact a member for the foundation via email at flamesfoundation@calgaryflames.com for more information.

The Calgary Flames Hockey Club is very active in fulfilling donation requests from charitable and non-profit organizations to assist with their fundraising efforts. Every year the Calgary Flames Hockey Club helps raise thousands of dollars for charities that benefit through the donation of items for auctions.

Charities and non-profit organizations that are interested in requesting a donation must fill out a donation request form. Please note that the request must be submitted no less than five weeks in advance of the event and include an official donation letter.

To submit a request, please complete the donation request form here: https://www.nhl.com/flames/community/donations-requests

WHICH ORGANIZATIONS DO WE SUPPORT?

The Calgary Flames Hockey Club supports registered and not-for-profit groups throughout Calgary and Central & Southern Alberta. Due to the volume of requests received, the Calgary Flames will donate directly to a “parent” charitable organization, rather than to events that help in support of that charity. (For example, the donation can be made directly to the charity, rather than various or numerous events supporting the charity.) In addition, we are unable to accommodate requests for families or individuals.

While the Calgary Flames recognize their commitment to charitable concerns in our community, the volume of donation requests we receive on an annual basis has required us to limit the amount of donation requests we fulfill. Submitting a request does not guarantee your organization will receive a donation. In an attempt to help the greatest number of people, the Calgary Flames are only able to donate one item per year to organizations that are selected. Please note, due to the limited availability of seating at Calgary Flames home games, requests for game tickets will not be available for donation purposes.

RECENT DONATIONS

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Variety – the Children’s Charity of Alberta Association
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Hockey Alberta Foundation
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Spina Bifida and Hydrocephalus Association
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Kids Up Front
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Iyahrhe Nakoda Food Bank Society
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Mental Health Foundation of Alberta
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Inn from the Cold
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The Alex
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Pacific Assistance Dogs Society
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Siksika Family Services
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Epilepsy Association of Calgary
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Nutrition Student Teachers Exercising Parents
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National accessArts Centre
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Société de la petite enfance et de la famille du Sud de l’Alberta
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ALS Alberta
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The Back Door A Youth Employment Society
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Sagesse Domestic Violence Prevention Society
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Calgary Meals on Wheels
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Bullying Ends Here
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Drumheller Lions Club
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The Magic of Christmas
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Distress Centre Calgary
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Autism Asperger’s Friendship Society of Calgary
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Calgary Between Friends Club
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Brown Bagging for Calgary’s Kids
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Helping Families Handle Cancer
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Southeastern Alberta Safety Alliance
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Vivo for Healthier Generations Society
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Calgary Drop-In & Rehab Centre
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Camp Quality Canada
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Muscular Dystrophy Canada
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Asthma Canada
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Easter Seals Alberta Society
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The Educational Partnership Foundation
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Police Youth Foundation
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Medicine Hat News Santa Claus Fund
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Hull Services
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Oneball Charitable Cancer Organization
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Redcliff Action Society For Youth
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Mustard Seed Foundation
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CUPS Calgary Society
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1616 Ladd Foundation
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Cornerstone Youth Foundation
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The Friends of Westbrook School Society

The Calgary Flames Foundation mission is to support initiatives that bring positive change to the lives of Southern Albertans. The Flames Foundation is committed to supporting education, health and wellness, and grassroots sports.