Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation

“The incredible initiative of the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation’s 25th anniversary campaign, quite literally, is a game changer for the Kids with Cancer Society,” said Tracey Thurston, Director of Development, KWCS. “We are completely fuelled by philanthropy, and the awareness and dollars raised by the EOCF is something we couldn’t accomplish alone. Our kids and families who are bravely fighting cancer benefit from the support, thoughtfulness, and compassion of the EOCF. Read the full article here: https://www.nhl.com/oilers/news/community-eocf-gives-2-million-back-to-oil-country-through-25th-anniversary-campaign

When our community comes together, we all win. Because of you and your unwavering support, we will continue to make oil country a better place. And for that, we are deeply grateful. Thank you. See the original oil_foundation Instagram Post here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXFfa9ZEoRo

See the original oil_foundation Instagram Post here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXFfa9ZEoRo

"I've seen firsthand how this foundation has grown into what it is today, with a 5050 raffle that has allowed us to support an unprecedented number of Albertans, beyond our wildest dreams. In those 25 years, over a hundred and fourteen million dollars has been reinvested across oil country." See the original oil_foundation Instagram Post here: https://www.instagram.com/p/DXFfa9ZEoRo

Since its launch, the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation has already inspired over 75,000 kids through this program, invested over $14 million in the community, and committed millions more in funding by 2030. Read the original article here: https://www.sunstoneonline.com/breaking-barriers-giving-every-kid-a-shot/

A Leader in 50/50 Raffles: The Edmonton Oilers The model for these types of raffles has been taken furthest by the Edmonton Oilers. The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) runs the largest 50/50 raffle in all of professional sports, and it’s a model that has reshaped how these raffles can be run. Read the full article here: https://www.gowanuslounge.com/nhl-50-50-raffles-impact-community-foundations/

Lauren Kyle McDavid has quickly become one of Edmonton’s most interesting entrepreneurs. After studying interior design, McDavid launched Kyle & Co Design in 2019 as a full-service design studio specializing in residential projects. Read the entire Business District article here: https://www.businessdistrict.com/lauren-kyle-mcdavid-strengthens-edmonton-community-connections/

KidSport Alberta: $1.5 million KidSport Alberta delivers the Oil Country Hockey Assist Program (HAP), which subsidizes registration fees and supports season-based ice hockey programs for families facing financial barriers across Oil Country. https://www.nhl.com/oilers/news/release-eocf-reaches-record-65-449-kids-across-oil-country-in-2025 https://www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/article/oilers-kids-hockey-initiative-announces-21-million-investment/ https://edmontonjournal.com/news/no-child-should-be-left-on-the-sidelines-province-announces-top-up-funds-for-kidsport-alberta https://www.cac-hockey.com/content/financial-assistance

Daryl Katz looks at the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation philanthropic achievements for 2025. Part 1- Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation EOCF reaches record 65,449 kids across Oil Country 2025. $11.5 million distributed to 85 charities in 139 communities with an additional $11.9 million committed through 2030 Read all the details here: https://www.nhl.com/oilers/news/release-eocf-reaches-record-65-449-kids-across-oil-country-in-2025

Oil Country Supporter, Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF). The EOCF has worked with a diverse range of community partners to change lives across Oil Country. Find out more about EOCF philanthropic details here: https://fconline.foundationcenter.org/fdo-grantmaker-profile/?collection=grantmakers&activity=result&key=EDMO444

Listen to the Podcast about how Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation gets to help the less fortunate, with EOCF 50/50 program and Every Kid Deserves a Shot programs. Read about the philanthropic side of Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/edmonton-oilers-community-foundation/

The EOCF’s giving strategy is underpinned by two pillars – Every Kid Deserves a Shot and Standing Up for Oil Country. Read the full Canada Helps review here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/edmonton-oilers-community-foundation/

The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) is focused on growing the game of hockey for kids in Oil Country. Read the full Canada Helps review here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/edmonton-oilers-community-foundation/

The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) is focused on growing the game of hockey for kids in Oil Country. Read the full Canada Helps review here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/edmonton-oilers-community-foundation/

Our approach to community giving is designed to create systemic change by addressing root causes of social challenges. One of our primary areas of focus is to grow the game of hockey for kids in Oil Country by alleviating barriers to participation. Read the full Canada Helps review here: https://www.canadahelps.org/en/charities/edmonton-oilers-community-foundation/

“Today, with the greatest gratitude to the Edmonton Oilers, I carry those teachings into my role as an honorary board member of the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF). Through initiatives like the EOCF’s Every Kid Deserves a Shot program, funded largely by the EOCF 50/50 raffle, we focus on giving young people, including Indigenous youth, the same opportunities that shaped my life.” Read the full Edmonton Journal article here: https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-how-sport-can-heal-unite-and-inspire-our-kids

Fans can expect to see a roster of fan favourites participating in the Shoresy Classic including Georges Laraque, Aleš Hemský and Raffi Torres. They will compete against Jared Keeso, creator and star of Shoresy, Terry Ryan, Jonathan Diaby and Andrew Ansanen, who play Hitch, JoDolo and Goody, respectively. A portion of the proceeds will be going toward the Every Kid Deserves a Shot charity helmed by the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation. Read the original CTV article here: https://www.ctvnews.ca/edmonton/article/shoresy-cast-laces-up-against-edmonton-oilers-alumni-in-charity-game/

Today, we reach more than 4,500 kids and their families every year. We employ 150 part-time staff. We run programs in as many as 50 locations at the same time. All of this grew from one small moment back in 2007 — 20 kids at McCauley School just wanting to kick a ball around after class. From the very beginning, the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) believed in that vision — that sport could be a tool for belonging, growth, and community. Thanks to their early support and the Oilers 50/50 raffle, that simple dream became what Free Play is today. Read the full Edmonton Journal article here: https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-when-we-invest-in-play-for-kids-we-all-win

For 25 years, the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation has wrapped its arms around kids across Oil Country, and its support has been nothing short of transformative for Santas. Because of EOCF’s generosity, children who might have felt forgotten instead feel seen, valued, and celebrated on Christmas morning. Its commitment reaches far beyond toys – it touches families, restores hope, and reminds our city of what compassion truly looks like. Read the full Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation news article here: https://www.nhl.com/oilers/news/topic/eocf/25-year-partnership-makes-christmas-brighter-for-edmonton-kids

The Royal Alexandra Hospital Foundation and Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) are proud to announce additional support for Alberta’s frontline workers. The EOCF has—for the second time—decided to donate the net proceeds from the EOCF 50/50 raffle toward Operation Frontline Impact. Read the original report here: https://www.royalalex.org/our-stories/post/eocf-50-50-draw-to-support-hospital-staff-via-operation-frontline-impact

When we found a possible location - a 2.5-acre property only two blocks from the Coop - we approached the Oilers Entertainment Group. In September 2021, they purchased the site of the Coop for its appraised value of $5,000,000, and the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) donated $10,000,000 toward the cost of the new centre. The EOCF’s donation changed the trajectory of Boyle Street and helped launch Build with Boyle. Read the original Boyle Street Community Services post here: https://www.boylestreet.org/post/king-thunderbird-centre-opens Also covered here: https://edmontonjournal.com/news/local-news/king-thunderbird-centre-opens

Free Play for Kids Celebrates Transformational Investment from the Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation’s Every Kid Deserves a Shot Initiative. Free Play for Kids is proud to announce a significant milestone in our mission to create inclusive, accessible spaces for kids to play, belong, and grow. The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) has invested $1.2 million in Free Play for Kids through its Every Kid Deserves a Shot initiative with an additional $3 million committed over the next five years. Read more about The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) here: https://www.freeplayforkids.com/newsletter/edmonton-oilers-community-foundation-invests-3-million-in-free-play

The annual Boston Pizza Oiler for a Day event was back at Rogers Place as dozens of rookies were drafted, signed and put into the lineup for the experience of a lifetime.

The annual Oilers Hockey Clinic presented by ATCO took over Jasper this year, bringing the mountain town together for a weekend of community building and hockey instruction led by Oilers and NHL alumni, and Oil Kings players. See the original video here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NokKIdWRoxs

Find out how the Oilers 50/50 became the largest raffle in professional sports. Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation helping more kids, families and communities than ever before.

"so would you say that three point two million dollars is life changing money for you?" #edmontonoilerscommunityfoundation #eocf #nhl #oilcountry #eocf50/50 https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R8UfKWXQG4U

This is Oil Country! 👏 The #Oilers Playoffs 50/50 jackpot has hit $7.5 million. Don’t miss your chance to win big & support causes like @freeplayforkids ➡️ EdmontonOilers.com/5050. 2025 Edmonton Oilers Playoffs. EOCF 5050 Rogers. See us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oil_foundation/reel/DK-e-CYzjHS/ See us on our YT Channel: https://www.youtube.com/shorts/nDpK3ITpkCI

In honor of the #Oilers super-fan, the Ben Stelter Foundation supports children & families battling cancer. Purchase your 50/50 tickets at EdmontonOilers.com/5050 & help provide the best outcomes for these kids & their loved ones. See us on Instagram too: https://www.instagram.com/p/DP96aJ0kvPt/

The journey of childhood cancer is one no family should face alone. Everett & his loved ones have been navigating it for years & his advice to others? Stay strong! 💙🧡 Help make a difference through the #Oilers 50/50 ➡️ EdmontonOilers.com/5050 See us on Instragram too: https://www.instagram.com/p/DQCrxxqEh8

The Edmonton Oilers Community Foundation (EOCF) is supporting kids and families battling cancer through the Oilers Kids with Cancer 50/50 presented by Rogers. This raffle will run from October 14 to October 21 in support of the Ben Stelter Foundation and the Kids with Cancer Society. Read the entire Edmonton Oilers article here: https://www.nhl.com/oilers/news/release-oilers-50-50-supporting-kids-families-battling-cancer

The EOCF 50/50 is a success story by any measure: $20 million raised for local charities in a single year, more than double the amount generated in the entire four-year period before the program moved online. That doesn’t happen by accident. It happens because of investment in technology, marketing, compliance, customer support, and yes — risk. Read the full Edmonton Journal Article here: https://edmontonjournal.com/opinion/columnists/opinion-stop-punishing-charities-for-their-success