Connor McDavid and Lauren Kyle’s $100,000 donation changes the lives of thousands of cancer stricken children in Edmonton

Connor McDavid, the Edmonton Oilers captain, and his wife, Lauren Kyle, have remained dedicated to Edmonton as they have often spoken about their love and passion for the city. While Connor McDavid has his focus on the new season on the ice even though the team has experienced a slow start, his donation changed the life of a young fan’s family and helped in more research in cancer.Connor McDavid gave away $100,000 after a six year old fan’s death as Lauren Kyle stood by himIn 2022, Connor McDavid pledged to donate $100,000 towards the fund of Ben Stelter, who passed away tragically after a tough battle against cancer.Ben Stelter, a six year old boy, was a dedicated fan of the Edmonton Oilers and the captain Connor McDavid’s donation to his fund changed lives of many children.On a social media post, the Edmonton Oilers’ star captain Connor McDavid wrote, “I am teaming with @ashifmawji and family to pledge $100,000 towards the newly launched Ben Stelter Fund, to get better outcomes for youth that are battling cancer. We challenge all athletes, individuals and businesses to be a part of this!”In an interview, Connor McDavid said, "He was an amazing little guy who lit up every single room he was in…”The star captain added, “He certainly lit up our room any time he walked in there."As Connor McDavid partnered with the Edmonton social entrepreneur and investor, Ashif Mawji and his family for the pledge, Mawji said, "The Ben Stelter Fund will focus on four key pillars. The first one is magical experiences for kids battling cancer. The next one is at home medical equipment for these families. “Edmonton social entrepreneur and investor, Ashif Mawji added, “The third one is outcome-based research to help find a cure for Glioblastoma and other types of cancers that kids face. The final one is venture-based philanthropy, which is where we invest in projects, ventures and other initiatives that infuse entrepreneurship to help find a cure for cancer…”Connor McDavid’s wife, Lauren Kyle, has been a strong support by his side as he focuses on the new seasonIn many of their interviews, both Connor McDavid and his wife, Lauren Kyle, have often spoken about how they plan on living in Edmonton for the rest of their lives and build a family here.Through all his philanthropic activities, Connor McDavid’s wife, Lauren Kyle, has been a strong support by his side.Connor McDavid’s wife, the popular entrepreneur and interior designer, Lauren Kyle, has also often spoken about how difficult it is to be there for an athlete through all the challenging days and how she has to “show up” for him.For now, Connor McDavid remains committed to the new season.Stay updated with the latest Asian Games 2026 news, check the Asian Games medal tally and complete Asian Games schedule.Get the latest Sports News and Live updates. Download the TOI app.