The PepsiCo Canada Foundation

The PepsiCo Canada Foundation is a national registered charitable organization established in 1989 in Canada. It operates with a mission to raise funds and distribute donations to Canadian registered charities and Amateur Athletic Associations focused on promoting physical activity, healthy lifestyle habits, health, and wellness, particularly among underprivileged youth.

Mission and Activities

The Foundation emphasizes fundraising and supporting programs and educational activities that encourage physical activity and healthy living. It primarily targets youth, especially those who are economically disadvantaged, aiming to foster well-being and active lifestyles in this demographic. Over the course of more than three decades, the Foundation has distributed over three million dollars in grants to support these initiatives.

Fundraising

Fundraising efforts by the Foundation include various events, with a significant annual golf tournament serving as a principal source of revenue. These funds are then allocated to a range of youth-oriented charities and programs across Canada that align with the Foundation's vision of promoting health and wellness.

Governance

The efforts of the Foundation are overseen by a volunteer Board of Directors and Officers. The board works collaboratively with PepsiCo employees, who assist in planning and executing fundraising events to fulfill the Foundation's objectives. Leadership roles include officers such as the Treasurer and Secretary appointed from among the board members.

Impact

Through its sustained commitment to supporting active and healthy lifestyles among Canadian youth, the PepsiCo Canada Foundation has become an integral part of the charitable landscape in Canada, specifically in the realm of health and wellness promotion. Its targeted funding has consistently aimed to improve access to physical activity and health education for underprivileged communities.

Business Registration Number: 136304680RR0001

Note: The PepsiCo Canada Foundation operates independently of the global PepsiCo Foundation, which focuses on philanthropy at an international scale related to food security, water access, and economic opportunity.