THE IKE FOUNDATION

The Ike Foundation was established in July 2014 by professional bass fishing tournament angler Michael Iaconelli with the main goal of getting more kids involved with the sport of fishing. The Ike Foundation will assist civic organizations, existing youth fishing organizations, and other charitable organizations in sponsoring events and functions which promote fishing to both inner city and rural youth. These events and functions will teach young people the sport of fishing, the ecology of the outdoors and the responsibility each person has in order to maintain our planets natural resources. The Ike Foundation is an IRS registered 501(c)3, non-profit foundation. Gifts to the Ike Foundation are fully tax deductible to the maximum extent allowed by law.

ABOUT US

Mission Statement

Our mission is to get more kids fishing and in the outdoors, especially youth in areas where those activities are not readily available.

Board of Trustees

Michael J. Iaconelli
Rebecca Iaconelli
Carol Muracco

Charity Events

The Ike Celebrity Pro-Am Bass Fishing Tournament - August 6th, 2016 on the Camden NJ waterfront, home to Battleship NJ. Charity fishing tournament, dinner and auction.

The Ike Foundation Pledge

Do your part to help grow the sport of fishing and get a kid hooked on the sport of fishing and appreciating the outdoors.

2017 Pro/Am & Kayak Tournaments

July 8th

Bass Boat Division

If you ever wanted your chance to fish against the pros, this is it. Anglers can choose to fish with a pro ($1500 for up to 2 anglers), or from their own boat ($750 for up to 3 anglers).

Kayak Division

There will also be a kayak division ($200 entry), presented by Hobie. This event is a Hobie World qualifying event. The winner receives a trip to fish the biggest event in kayak fishing!

Hotel Accommodations

We have arranged special accommodation pricing with Crowne Plaza, book your room online.

Tournament Location

Delaware River
Camden Waterfront
Camden, NJ