
Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Fund
Doc Seaman has been described as a hero, icon, pioneer, philanthropist, visionary and legend. On the list of his many achievements, he was an original owner of the Calgary Flames and was instrumental in bringing them to Calgary in 1980. Among his many accomplishments, Doc was also known for his wartime experiences as a World War II pilot, and for his civic contribution as a member of the Royal Commission on Economic Union and Development Prospects for Canada, 1982-1985. Doc received two honorary Doctor of Law degrees and was appointed an Officer of the Order of Canada. His philanthropic giving ranged from supporting medical education to funding entrepreneurial initiatives. Doc’s love for ranching, hockey and sports, and his dedication to community will leave a lasting legacy for years to come.
The legacy of legendary philanthropist Doc Seaman lives on through the Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Fund, an endowment fund administered by The Calgary Foundation. In accordance of the Will of Daryl K Seaman, grants from the Daryl K Seaman Canadian Hockey Fund will support:
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all aspects of amateur ice hockey in Canada on a nation-wide basis
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registered Canadian amateur athletic association
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other general charitable purposes as the Board of Directors of The Calgary Foundation shall determine
Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Fund Application Guidelines
CHECK BACK SOON FOR 2012 GRANT APPLICATION FORM
2011 Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Fund Grant Recipients
2010 Daryl K. Seaman Canadian Hockey Fund Grant Recipients
Media
Media Release - January 2012
Hockey Canada Grant - Media Release
Media Release - March 2011
The Calgary Foundation Philanthropist Gives $1 Million to Hockey Hall of Fame
For more info on the application process, please email doc@thecalgaryfoundation.org
For media enquiries, please contact jfrancey@thecalgaryfoundation.org or call 403 802-7708