Sam's Foundation was created to work with Canadian youth, particularly those in crisis and to help them receive the support needed to retake control of their lives and ensure positive outcomes. The foundation works to educate and challenge adults and youth alike to choose empathy and action over silence and to live their lives with purpose.

Make-A-Wish Canada grants life-changing wishes to children with critical illness. Funds raised through Sled-arama: Ride for Kids is donated to Make-A-Wish.

Keeping Kenzi Close is a family-led community initiative and annual fundraising effort. It was created by Corinne and Kris Kopansky in memory of their six-month-old daughter, Kenzi, who passed away from acute appendicitis in 2025.