Birdies for Kids presented by AltaLink

Donation Deadline - August 31, 2025

Make Your Donation Go Further!

Your donation goes further! Through Birdies for Kids, every dollar you give can be matched by up to 50%, meaning a $10 gift can grow into $30 for diabetes research and care.

This program helps raise new funds for local charities, engages the community in the Shaw Charity Classic Tournament, and provides crucial matching funds to each participating organization.

Ways to Give

  • Online – Donate securely through our online platform. (Link to be provided next year.)

  • By Cheque – Make your cheque payable to the Shaw Charity Classic Foundation and include a note specifying Alberta Diabetes Foundation as your chosen charity.

Your Gift, A Future Without Diabetes

The Alberta Diabetes Foundation proudly partners with Birdies for Kids to create lasting change. With 1.18 million Albertans living with diabetes or pre-diabetes, your support fuels research, innovation, and hope for a healthier future.

Diabetes is Rising

Cases in Alberta have grown by 58% in the last decade and are projected to exceed 570,000 by 2033.

Soaring Healthcare Costs

Diabetes costs Alberta $436 million annually, expected to reach $595 million by 2029.

Your Gift, Tomorrow’s Cure

Your donation helps us invest in cutting-edge research to improve treatments and find a cure for diabetes.

100% of your donation goes directly to the Alberta Diabetes Foundation—no administrative fees deducted, ensuring maximum impact on life-changing research and support programs.