Role of CapitalCare Foundation in the funding ecosystem
CapitalCare Foundation is a charitable foundation based in Edmonton that has been supporting seniors since 1989. It exists to raise and steward philanthropic funds that enhance the care and daily living experience of people in CapitalCare long-term care centres. Working alongside government and operator funding, the Foundation bridges the gap between public resources and what is needed to offer dignity, comfort, and joy to residents and day program participants.
The Foundation channels donations, event revenues, corporate sponsorships and community fundraisers into concrete improvements: quality-of-life programs, specialized equipment, furnishings, and capital upgrades. Examples highlighted across the site include live music and art activities, recreation programming and supplies, gardening and entertainment, hospice sanctuaries, wayfinding "neighbourhood" projects for residents with memory loss, and roving hospice concerts. It also supports learning and technology resources through the Training Learning Research Centre and funds staff education to sustain high standards of care.
Funding priorities and supported audiences
CapitalCare Foundation focuses its financial support on seniors and other residents living in CapitalCare centres, as well as the staff and family members who are part of these communities. Its stated priorities include:
- Programs that promote positive mental health, social connection and meaningful daily activities.
- Creating and maintaining home-like, comfortable living spaces through furnishings, décor and renovations.
- Purchasing specialized equipment that improves safety, mobility, and therapeutic care.
- Capital building projects that modernize and adapt care environments.
- Staff education, training, and innovation in care delivery.
Through campaigns such as Christmas Angels, the Foundation also underwrites seasonal gifts and celebrations for residents who may be isolated or without family, ensuring no one is forgotten during the holidays.
Partnerships, sponsorships and community fundraising
The Foundation operates as a hub for community support. Individuals can contribute via one-time or monthly donations, host third‑party fundraising events, or volunteer their time for signature events like Feast on the Field and the annual Charity Golf Classic. Workplace giving, payroll campaigns and matching gifts provide structured ways for employers to engage their teams in philanthropy.
Corporate sponsors and brand partners play a major role by funding innovation, learning resources and program areas. The partnership program offers sponsorship opportunities tied to signature events and specific initiatives such as hospice concerts, wayfinding neighbourhoods, and training and research activities. The website showcases a large “village of support” of business and media partners whose contributions help underwrite these initiatives year after year.
Stewardship, accountability and impact
CapitalCare Foundation emphasizes values of ambassadorship, commitment, accountability and responsible stewardship. It notes that at least 87% of donations go directly to its purpose, with a lean operational model supported heavily by volunteers and community partners. The Foundation aligns its work with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, notably good health and well‑being, gender equality, innovation and sustainable communities, underlining its broader social impact.
Overall, the Foundation acts as a dedicated funding arm for CapitalCare centres, mobilizing philanthropic capital and redirecting it into multiple grant‑like streams that improve quality of life, strengthen care environments, and support seniors and caregivers across the Edmonton region.