Community
Our teams, venues, and foundation invest in initiatives that expand access, inspire participation, and strengthen Calgary communities.
Community Impact — Fast Facts
$64M+
Invested in Southern Alberta communities
Over $64 million has been invested into southern Alberta communities since inception. Over $4.6 million donated to southern Alberta charities and programming through the Calgary Flames Foundation during the 2023–24 season.
$4.6M+ in 2023–2416,668+
Pieces of sports equipment distributed
The Calgary Flames Sports Bank provides sports equipment and supplies for over 20 different sports and activities. In 2023–24, 16,668 pieces of equipment were distributed, with 3,737 youth fitted for sports equipment.
$1.6M+
Distributed through the CSEC Inclusion Program
The CSEC Inclusion Program has distributed over $1.6 million in three years. This program prioritizes greater inclusion and access to sport for BIPOC individuals, people with disabilities, women and girls, and the LGBTQ+ community.
$610K+
Raised — Flames Ambassadors' Celebrity Poker Tournament
The Flames Ambassadors' Celebrity Poker Tournament raised over $610,000 in 2025.
2,296
Nights of stay — Rotary/Flames House
In 2023–24, The Rotary/Flames House hosted 2,296 total nights of stay. This welcoming residence offers essential respite and end-of-life care to children with life-limiting and complex medical conditions, along with tailored day programs.
5,500+
Grade 6 memberships — Flames YMCA Program
5,500+ Grade 6 memberships accessed through the Flames YMCA Grade 6 program each year.
44,664+
Literacy program participants
44,664+ Reading...Give It A Shot! literacy program participants in 2023–24.
$325K+
Raised — Calgary Flames Celebrity Charity Golf Classic
The Calgary Flames Celebrity Charity Golf Classic raised over $415,000 in 2025.
Programs
Each program reflects a commitment to inclusion, health, education, and youth opportunity.
The foundation delivers community impact through youth sport, health, and education initiatives across Southern Alberta.
Providing sports equipment for over 20 different sports and activities so every young Calgarian can participate.
Expanding access to sport for BIPOC individuals, people with disabilities, women and girls, and the LGBTQ+ community.
Essential respite and end-of-life care for children with life-limiting and complex medical conditions.
Providing Grade 6 students across Calgary with free YMCA memberships to build healthy habits early.
A literacy program that connects love of the game with love of reading — reaching tens of thousands of students each year.