Secure Energy Services’ Generosity Enhances Programs
This Stampede season was not only used to celebrate cowboys. This year, Alberta-based company Secure Energy Services hosted the "Secure Stomp." The event was an annual fundraiser in support of local charities combined with a celebration of the company's success. This summer, the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary had the privilege of being one of two charities selected for Secure's philanthropy.
Olympic Heroes including Jesse Lumsden, Jeff Christie, Sam Edney, Gilmore Junio, Alex Gough, and Justin Kripps partook in the afternoon event, which raised an astonishing $35 000 for the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary. A selection of Canadian Sport Institute Calgary staff members were also in attendance at the Secure Energy Services Stampede party, which was held at downtown Calgary restaurant National.
Funds were raised quickly during the afternoon event, indicating that employees and attendees were eager to contribute to the chosen charities. As per their promise, Secure Energy Services then generously matched the funds raised at the party by giving an equal amount of money to their other chosen charity, KidSport.
Cara Button, Manager of Life Services, said that the event was a huge success. She specified that "the money raised from Secure Stomp 2014 will go a long way to helping us with program delivery – working with athletes one on one to take a proactive approach to life and career planning designed to enhance performance. Each athlete has very specific needs depending on their age and stage of development and this money helps allow us to address the individual's needs as opposed to offering a one size fits all program." She added that the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary's life services programs which will benefit from the finances include personal counseling, career exploration, MBTI/Strong testing, tutoring support, as well as workshops for developing skills such as public speaking or sponsorship engagement.
Bobsleigh Canada team member and two-time Olympian Justin Kripps was one of the many athletes who had a great time participating in the Secure Stomp. He admitted that the Stampede atmosphere at the event was an exciting way to raise funds, saying, "Secure Stomp was an awesome event. We need the support of companies like Secure Energy Services and what better way [to raise money] than on a hot rooftop patio with cold drinks in the middle of stampede?"
The Canadian Sport Institute Calgary and its athletes depend on the support and generosity of companies such as Secure Energy Services and events like the Secure Stomp. Keep an eye out for details on next year's Secure Stomp. After this year's reviews, it is an event that you do not want to miss!
For more information on how to be a partner or supporter of the Canadian Sport Institute Calgary, please contact Cara Button at This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..
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