The Forzani Foundation was created in 2000 in order to provide financial support to other registered charities, Canadian amateur athletic associations and other qualified donees whose activities involve the promotion of physical fitness, health and wellness, the prevention and relief of sickness and disability, or the participation and education in sports across Canada.

The Foundation is a non-profit corporation with an independent Board of Directors.

Funding for the Foundation is provided through annual events such as the Mother’s Day Run & Walk in Calgary & Edmonton. The Calgary Stampeder Golf Tournament, along with a number of additional fundraising initiatives and general donations.