Community Events
Hosting a community event in support of the Mental Health Foundation is a great way to spread awareness and raise funds for mental health care in Alberta. Attend a fundraising event in your community or get inspired to plan your own event.
Create Your Own Event
We have incredible supporters every year who help us raise funds and spread awareness for the Mental Health Foundation. It’s always a pleasure to hear about new and exciting ways to host an event. If you have a desire to make a difference, a great idea, and a knack for planning, we encourage you to create your own community event.
We’ve provided all the tools and resources you need to host your own event while making a big impact for those struggling with mental illness in your community.
Ready to get started? Take the first step.
Submit your Event Proposal Form here.
Helpful Event Resources
If you need guidance with your application form, connect with our team at events@mentalhealthfoundation.ca.
Virtual Events
A virtual event is a great option for those who have personal or team challenges they are fundraising for. Other innovative ideas include hosting workshops, game nights, concerts, auctions; the possibilities are endless!
Virtual events are great for getting your family, friends, and colleagues involved with the Mental Health Foundation.
Celebratory Donations
If you’re searching for a meaningful way to celebrate, please consider asking family and friends to donate to the Mental Health Foundation in lieu of birthday, wedding, or anniversary gifts.
In Memory
Honour someone loved and lost by raising donations in their name. Create a tribute page with a thoughtful story and a photo of the individual. Share the link with family and friends to help spread awareness and raise funds for the Mental Health Foundation.
Thank you for supporting the Mental Health Foundation!
We’re here to support you! How can we help?
- We offer one-on-one mentoring via phone or email
- Marketing materials are provided by request (i.e. banners, pens, stickers)
- A personalized fundraising page can be created for your event
- We provide tax receipts for eligible gifts
Once your form has been submitted, a member of our team will get in touch with you to review your plans and answer any questions that you have. If you need guidance with your application form, or have general questions that aren’t listed here, connect with our team at events@mentalhealthfoundation.ca.
Help those struggling with mental illness and addictions today.
Upcoming Events
William Bell Memorial Golf Tournament
Will loved to golf and have a good laugh. This year's tournament will be 18 holes of golf with a shotgun start at 2:30 pm on Friday, June 16 at the Ranch Golf & Country Club. Dinner and a raffle prize draw will take place in the evening. Our goal is to raise funds...
Past Fundraisers
We’re grateful for our community members who support the Foundation with their activities that raise money for mental health. If you’re interested in finding a way to contribute, keep exploring for inspiration for how you can help.
2023 Fundraising Breakfast
The Chauncey Classic
First Annual Hockey GameJoin us on January 14, 2023 at Oriole Park Community Arena in Red Deer for a hockey game in honour of our friend Chauncey, who we lost in January of 2022. We will be picking teams at 2:00 pm, and the game will start around 3:00 pm. All players...
Moving for Mental Health
Hi Family & Friends, Garry and I will be running 5k on January 1, 2023, to raise funds for a charity that is very close to my heart, the Mental Health Foundation. I have been a vocal supporter of mental health since my own personal journey. I’m fortunate I had a...
Changing Lanes, Bowling for Mental Health
Students from SAIT hosted their first Community Fundraiser on November 12, 2022.Students from SAIT were joined by family and friends for a round of bowling at Paradise Lanes Bowling Alley in Calgary. They held a silent auction and a 50/50 in support of the Mental...
Camp for a Cause
An evening dedicated to help aid mental health & addiction, so no one has to face their challenges alone.On October 8, 2022, Brady Campbell at Alchemy Bar held a fundraising evening like no other. Formal attire was a must—CAMP themed ensembles encouraged...
3rd Annual First Responders Appreciation BBQ
"What are you grateful for today?"On Friday July 15, 2022 Southgate Shopping Centre hosted their 3rd Annual First Responders Appreciation BBQ.It was a great opportunity for community to engage with a variety of first responders in Edmonton. Hundreds of people come...
Cars & Coffee
On Saturday, July 16, 2022 Freedom Ford & Alberta Mustang Owners Association raised $4000 for the Mental Health Foundation.The car show was open to all makes of vehicles, trucks, and motorcycles and was a fun opportunity to see unique cars and socialize with...