Supporting Professional Cowboys & Cowgirls
There when they need us most.
In professional rodeo, when a devastating injury strikes, it doesn’t just sideline a career—it risks a family's livelihood. Since 1989, the Cowboy Benevolent Foundation has provided a financial safety net for severely injured Canadian athletes when hardship hits home.
Our Mission in Action
37+
Years of Dedicated Support
Distributed to Competitors in Need
$2M+
37+
Years of Dedicated Support
$2M+
Distributed to Competitors in Need
300+
Canadian Pro Athletes Helped
Built by the Rodeo Community, for the Rodeo Community
The Edmonton Rodeo Cowboy Benevolent Foundation exists to ensure that CPRA carded professional cowboys and cowgirls have a secure financial safety net when faced with serious, career-altering injuries. Run by an uncompensated volunteer board of directors, every dollar we manage is dedicated directly toward helping our rodeo family recover with a dignified and efficient financial boost from behind the scenes.
"As an avid rodeo fan, it is incumbent on myself and others to ensure our rodeo athletes do not face barriers in the pursuit of their dreams. Accidents happen, and I am proud that this foundation steps in to support these amazing athletes in a time of great need."
— John Windwick, Foundation Chair
Step 3: The Relief — Approved funds are sent directly to the injured competitor via cheque within three weeks, helping cover food, bills, and family commitments while they heal.
Step 1: The Trust — Donations are securely held in a localized Canadian bank account and rigorously audited by a professional Alberta accounting firm.
Where Your Donation Goes
Step 2: The Evaluation — Working closely alongside the Canadian Pro Rodeo Association (CPRA), our board evaluates financial requests and injury status to approve applications.
Keep the safety net strong.
Stand behind the cowboys and cowgirls who give us their all. Your financial contributions are what keep this foundation ready to deploy aid the moment an emergency happens. We offer seamless, secure, and tax-deductible online giving, or direct physical mail-in donations. Your gift helps us bridge the financial gap, ensuring that a sidelined athlete can focus entirely on healing while we help offset the rest.
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