Our Impact
Be A Budd believes young people can make a meaningful difference in their communities when they are given the opportunity, encouragement, and structure to lead. Through volunteering, fundraising, and mentorship, Be A Budd participants are helping strengthen communities while developing leadership skills that will stay with them for life.
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​Impact at a Glance
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$65,000+ raised to support community programs
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70+ volunteer hours supporting local organizations
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18 Collective members and growing!
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6+ community partners supporting families and youth
Harrison Markin
Harrison The Tender, SuperHERO
“Ryley’s my best friend. We are both goaltenders and we like to hang out. He is really cool and helps me and my teammates. Goalies are the best and I like it best when he skates with us.” - Harrison
Kevin Hodgson
Executive Direction - HEROS Hockey
"Ryley is a natural leader and an incredible asset to the hockey community. Not only has he raised thousands through his Be A Budd campaign, but he also gives his time—skating with our players and showing them they belong. His ability to balance school, hockey, and giving back is truly inspiring"
Kris Markin
SuperHERO mom
“The compassion and generosity of the Be A Budd initiative that Ryley undertook as a 14 year old is extraordinary. This is what hockey should be - inspiring and including everyone in the game. Ryley has changed these players (and their families) lives. Now we have SuperHEROS playing in tournaments and travelling with their teammates. The gift Ryley has given Harrison and all of his teammates is nothing short of remarkable."
Youth Development
Impact
Be A Budd provides young people with real opportunities to give back, work together, and build confidence through community service. Through participation in the Collective, youth develop leadership skills, empathy, and a deeper understanding of how communities support one another.
Community
Impact
Through partnerships with local organizations, Be A Budd youth contribute their time, energy, and fundraising efforts to causes that support families and individuals across Calgary.​
Community partners include:
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HEROS Hockey
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Calgary Women's Emergency Shelter
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Calgary Food Bank
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Prostate Cancer Centre
Financial & Organizational
Impact
Be A Budd is committed to growing responsibly while maintaining strong partnerships and measurable outcomes. Be A Budd remains rooted in its original spirit by continuing to encourage grassroots ideas and initiatives thought of by youth, helping young people to bring forward new ways to support their communities.
Small Actions. Real Impact.
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Every volunteer hour, fundraiser, and community initiative contributes to something bigger, a growing community of young people who believe in helping others.
Because when young people take action, communities grow stronger.
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And it truly feels good to do good.