EDA Donor Advised Fund

Support Philanthropic Initiatives

Are you looking for ways to create a meaningful legacy? Then consider donating to the Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) Foundation Fund at the Calgary Foundation.

In 2011, Economic Developers Alberta established a Donor Advised Endowment Fund at Calgary Foundation. This Fund serves as a means for individuals, families, and organizations to join EDA in supporting various educational initiatives that align with EDA's overall mission. Grants made from the Fund may support initiatives that include bursaries, mentorship programs, career counselling and coaching, skill-building exercises, speaker series, presentations, and networking events for students.

In 2025, the Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) Foundation Fund established the Linda Erickson Memorial EDA Student Award at the University of Lethbridge and supported the Career Centre at the University of Alberta. These initiatives honour the memories of our long-time members, Linda Erickson and Gerry Gabinet.

Our ongoing goal is to grow the Fund so we can continue to support other amazing educational initiatives throughout the province. 

Donate Now

If you would like to donate directly to the Fund you can make an online donation here.  

All donations are processed by www.canadahelps.org. You will receive an electronic tax receipt directly from Canada Helps. 

Cheques are also accepted, made payable to the Calgary Foundation, indicating in the memo section ”Economic Developers Alberta (EDA) Foundation Fund" and mailed to:

Calgary Foundation
1180 – 105 12 Ave SE | Calgary, AB | T2G 1A1

Supporting Educational Initiatives that Align with EDA's Mission

Linda Erickson Memorial EDA Student Award at the University of Lethbridge

The Career Centre at the University of Alberta, supporting mentorship and networking in honour of Gerry Gabinet.