London Knights Alumni Foundation surpasses one million dollars in 50/50 sales during championship season

LONDON, ON – The London Knights Alumni Foundation, with the unwavering support of London Knights fans, has proudly surpassed $1 million in 50/50 sales during the 2024–25 Championship run.

Throughout the season, the London Knights played a combined 45 home games at Canada Life Place, including pre-season, regular season, and playoff games. At each event, the London Knights Alumni Foundation hosted 50/50 draws. Gross sales totaled an impressive $1,114,010.00, with 50% awarded to the winning ticket holders and the remaining proceeds directed toward local community organizations and charitable groups. This marks an increase of $167,145.00 compared to the previous season.

The 50/50 program continues to serve as a vital avenue for many local charitable organizations to gain exposure and receive essential funding. This year, donations have supported the missions of numerous community groups, including:

• Children’s Health Foundation

• Baker Centre for Pancreatic Cancer

• Veterans Care at Parkwood

• MINDS

• CF Foundation of Canada

• ANOVA

• United Way

• St. Joseph’s Health Care Foundation

• Big Brothers Big Sisters

• MADD Canada

• Ronald McDonald House

• London Food Bank

• London Abused Women’s Centre

• Shine Foundation

• YMCA

• And many more…

“The London Knights Alumni Foundation would like to thank the fans of the London Knights Hockey Club for your continued support of the 50/50 lottery during home games. We are grateful for your trust that has allowed the Foundation to support a wide variety of community organizations.”
— Rick Doyle, President, London Knights Alumni Foundation

“On behalf of the London Knights Alumni Foundation Gifts Committee, I would like to extend our sincere thanks to the incredible London Knights fans and the greater London community for your generous support of the London Knights 50/50 draws. We are proud that the funds raised go directly to local charitable organizations, helping to support those who need it most right here in our own neighbourhoods. We thank you for your tremendous support and for being a vital part of building a stronger city.”
— Ryan McKie, Head of Gifts Committee, London Knights Alumni Foundation

“The fans are the ones that really make London a special place for junior hockey, and their contributions to our community through the 50/50 draws are another example of their support. We are proud of this year’s accomplishments off the ice and look forward to continuing to do great things in our community.”
— Mark Hunter, General Manager, London Knights Hockey Club