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Fundraisers and Campaigns

Expanding Our Reach

Events and campaigns are core to Inclusion Foothills' success.

First, we receive little funding directly from the government. The Family Support programs we offer, such as Sibshops, One-to-One Support, and the Resource Library, are made possible through grants and additional fundraising efforts. Monetary donations and corporate sponsorship are welcome as well.

Second, events are an opportunity to raise awareness about what we do and who we can help. Individuals with all disabilities, their families, guardians and others connected to them, need to know they are not alone. We are here to advocate and connect them with the resources they need from care and support through employment.

Third, giving back to the community that supports Inclusion Foothills is important to us. There is much talent, beauty and good people to celebrate.

A table at a craft fair or market displaying home decor and gift items, including framed signs with words like "home" and "together," along with decorative accessories and clothing. People are shopping and conversing nearby.

Spring & Winter Markets - Yearly May - December

Our downtown seasonal Spring and Winter Markets raise money for Inclusion Foothills while supporting the many talented local crafters and makers in our area. Take in the Spring Market with the Little Britches Parade on the May Long Weekend. The Winter Market is open for Christmas shopping on the first Friday and Saturday in December. Get in the holiday mood being at the heart of Light Up George Lane Park and Santa Claus Parade. 

The Winter and Spring Markets provide much needed program funding during the early months of the year. Proceeds often make the difference in continuing services or not. The Markets offer an indirect benefit as well. Individuals in our inclusive employment programs have short-term employment to help vendors from set up through take down. More than 80 small business witness first-hand how people with barriers can provide quality services.

Check Current Events

We are grateful to be part of two local fundraising initiatives that support our programs while raising awareness about the importance of inclusion. Only March-August 30th donations will be matched

A sign for a fried chicken restaurant featuring a yellow bird mascot, with the text 'KFC' and the slogan 'Finger Lickin' Good'.

The Rogers Birdies For Kids presented by Altalink coincides with the Rogers Charity Classic each August. In addition to engaging the community with the golf tournament, the program helps to increase donations and provide matching funds to make contributions go even further.

Logo with the text 'Western Wheel Cares' and a red apple graphic.

Since 2012, Western Wheels Cares is an annual campaign that collects contributions primarily from Foothills’ area businesses and individuals, and distributes the funds to participating charities. With the campaign spanning the holiday season, Western Wheel Cares donations are put towards ensuring Family Supports Programs can be offered in the early months of the new year. 

Recent Fundraisers

  • Flyer for an inclusion foothills charity golf tournament on July 23, 2024, at Highwood Golf Course. Features text about the event, prize competitions, hole-in-one, silent auction, dinner, and registration details, along with images of a golf ball, crossed golf clubs, and a silhouette of a golfer.

    Expect The Unexpected Charity Golf Tournament

  • Flyer for the 2024 Charitable Chairs Raffle by Inclusion Foothills, featuring images of four decorated chairs and logos of Rogers Birdies for Kids, The Shop, Decor Diva, and Alberta.

    Charitable Chairs

  • Event poster for the Car Cruise Poker Rally on August 16th, 2025, at Inclusion Foothills with registration at 8 am. Features a cash prize, details on entry fee, and vehicle categories. Also lists schedule for the Okotoks Show & Shine on August 17th and upcoming events in 2025.

    Poker Rally Car Cruise

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    Tunes for Inclusion

Over But Never Forgotten

While two of our most popular fundraisers have come to a close, we look back with fond memories and look forward to our exciting new ways to connect with the community.

Five women standing in front of a colorful backdrop of hanging paper hearts in pink, red, orange, yellow, green, blue, and purple.

Show the Love! HeArt Gala

Final gala: 2020

Group of motorcyclists resting in a scenic mountain area with pine trees and snow-capped peaks.

Leather 'n' Chaps

Final ride: 2021