Charity Work & NGO Affiliations
Charity Work
One of Shannon’s large passions in life is helping others. Here are a few of the organizations that she has helped and/or is involved with. Shannon has donated over 4000 hours to these organizations. Her efforts have helped raise over 3 million for charity.
Shannon has served as a celebrity ambassador for the American Red Cross, supporting humanitarian and disaster-relief initiatives. Her public appearances include participation in high-profile charity events such as the Red Tie Affair, alongside internationally recognized public figures including Will Smith, Paris Hilton, and Fergie.
Shannon has also supported and raised funds for major charitable initiatives, including participation in the Jarret Stoll Celebrity Golf Classic, further reflecting her long-standing commitment to philanthropy, community impact, and social responsibility.
Affiliations
MAPS: Multidisciplinary Association for Psychedelic Studies (2017+)
Isha Foundation: Corporate Outreach (2017+)
Aurora School of Yoga and Wellness (donated over $20,000 in complimentary yoga classes to the community)
Canadian Red Cross/ American Red Cross – Disaster relief/Shelter management/CPR certified/Celebrity Ambassador (2009-2012)
The Ride for Red (Shannon cycled over 4000 km in 40 days to raise funds for the Red Cross Organization, through her Celebrity cycling tour). (2010-2011)
World Vision Canada/International – On Team Ecuador – 2 weeks overseas – found sponsors for 15 other children, attends fundraising events (2009+)
Big Sisters (Manitoba, Saskatchewan, Alberta) – Youth in Care Big Sister – Saskatoon (2009)
The first woman to wear a Burlap Dress on the Red Carpet at the Grammy Awards, now deemed “The Burlap Beauty Queen”, in support of Inner Beauty and Confidence for young women and women across the world.
Team Diabetes Saskatchewan (2009)
Jarret Stoll Celebrity Golf Tournament (2009-2010)
Curtis Glencross Charity Golf Tournament (2009)
Canadian Cancer Society (2009)
Bryan Mudryk Charity Golf Tournament (2009-2010)
Calgary Crime Stoppers (2009)
Hockey for the Homeless – Calgary (2009)
Eco Ark Saskatchewan (2009)
YMCA – Strong Kids Program (2009)
YMCA – (Calgary & Saskatoon) – Volunteer Yoga Instructor – Over 200 hrs (2007-2010)
YMCA – Yoga for Peace Volunteer Instructor (2009)
YWCA – Woman of Distinction Nominee (2008)
Cross Canada Tour – Volunteer – Speaking to Youth about Inner Beauty and Confidence (2009-2010)
The Princess Shop Saskatoon – Volunteer & Keynote Speaker (2009)
Saskatoon Food Bank (2004-2010)
Children’s Wish Foundation (2009)
The United Way (2009)
Make a Wish Foundation (2009)
Sunshine Foundation (2009)
In addition to contributing over 4,000 volunteer hours, Shannon has consulted with close to 100 charitable organizations across multiple sectors. Her work spans fund development, strategy, marketing, operations, and risk management—helping mission-driven teams strengthen their impact and long-term sustainability.