About Ben Stelter Foundation

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The Ben Stelter Foundation was created to continue the legacy of Ben’s big heart and generosity. Our goal is to help children fighting Glioblastoma and other cancers. When you donate to the Ben Stelter Foundation, you’re making a positive difference in a child’s life and the future of pediatric cancer.

We understand the challenges families face when unexpected costs arise. That's why we've established the Ben Stelter Medical Equipment program, offering essential, non-covered medical equipment to families free of charge. Operating successfully at the Stollery Children's Hospital and B.C. Children's Hospital, we are dedicated to expanding this program across Western Canada. Your support can make a tangible difference in the lives of these brave children, providing them with the tools they need to navigate their medical journeys with comfort and dignity. Items purchased to date include wheelchairs, specialized walkers, at-home hospital beds, and oxygen machines.

We are deeply committed to advancing research that paves the way for improved treatments and, ultimately, a cure for devastating conditions like Glioblastoma and other brain tumors. In close collaboration with the Women and Children's Health Research Institute , we are thrilled to announce our support for Dr. Nobre's  Liquid Biopsy project. Dr. Nobre's innovative research focuses on diagnosing and monitoring brain tumor patients using non-invasive methods such as analyzing bodily fluids like spinal fluid and blood samples, steering away from traditional invasive procedures. This transformative two-year project we are funding holds great promise in revolutionizing how we approach brain tumor diagnosis and treatment monitoring. Through research initiatives, we strive to bring hope and unwavering support, pushing the boundaries of what is possible.

The Ben Stelter Foundation is committed to transparency and accountability when it comes to our financial management. We are proud to report that our operating expenses were only 11.4% of our total revenue last year. This means that 88.6% of your donations went directly to supporting our mission and the individuals we serve. We will continue to strive for efficiency and effectiveness in all aspects of our operations, so that we can make the greatest impact possible.

Ben's Cup is more than just a game - it's an opportunity to come together and support kids who are facing unimaginable challenges. The participants are responsible to complete a fundraising component to the tournament in order to play. Our goal is for the players to learn the importance of giving back to those in need with the hopes that it continues into their adult life. in 2024 Ben's Cup raised an incredible $609.953! Click here to learn more about Ben's Cup!