Rogers Charity Golf Raises Record $26.6M for Alberta Kids

A golf tournament in Alberta just proved that swinging for a good cause can change thousands of young lives.

Rogers Communications donated $1 million through the 2025 Rogers Charity Classic, part of a record-breaking event that raised $26.6 million for children's charities across Alberta. The tournament supports Rogers Birdies for Kids, presented by AltaLink, which funds programs focused on youth sports, counseling, and family support services.

This year's total marks the highest amount ever raised in the event's history. The annual golf tournament brings together corporate sponsors, community leaders, and everyday Albertans who want to make a difference for kids in their province.

The money goes directly to programs that give children access to sports they might not otherwise afford, mental health counseling when they need it most, and support services that strengthen entire families. These aren't abstract initiatives but real opportunities that open doors for young people across Alberta.

Since the Rogers Charity Classic began, it has raised an impressive $164.3 million total. That's more than a decade of consistent community support transforming into tangible help for children who need it.

The 2026 tournament is already scheduled for August 21-23, giving supporters another chance to tee off for kids. Planning this far ahead shows the organizers' commitment to making this an annual tradition that Alberta families can count on.

The Ripple Effect

When a community comes together around children, the impact spreads far beyond the immediate beneficiaries. Kids who get mental health support early often avoid bigger struggles later. Young people who discover their passion through sports programs develop confidence that carries into adulthood. Families who receive support during tough times stay stronger and more connected.

The $164 million raised over the years represents countless individual stories of hope, healing, and opportunity. It's thousands of kids who found their place on a soccer field, families who navigated crisis with professional help, and young people who discovered they matter to their community.

Corporate donations like Rogers' $1 million contribution set the tone, but community participation makes these totals possible. Every golf foursome, every sponsorship, and every donation adds up to life-changing resources for Alberta's children.

Next August, another group of golfers will gather with the same mission: giving kids the support they deserve.