The Ike Foundation® provides scholarships to graduating high school seniors based on financial need, academic merit, and involvement in community and conservation projects.
Apply today for a chance to receive The Ike Foundation Scholarship for 2026!
The Ike Foundation® is a non-profit organization founded by Mike and Becky Iaconelli. Our mission is to connect underserved boys and girls with fishing, fostering a passion for nature and outdoor activities. Our hands-on experiences provide a positive outlet for personal growth and instill a lifelong commitment to conservation and protecting our natural environment.
Click on any program below to see full details. If you’re interested in hosting a program or helping us reach more kids, please contact us.

There are many different ways to get involved with The Ike Foundation®! Whether it is donating, becoming an AmBASSador, or sponsoring an event, join us in our cause to Hook ’em Early and get kids into the sport of fishing!

Looking for some Ike Foundation® swag? Visit the Ike Store to pick up hats, stickers, and more! All proceeds on purchases help support The Ike Foundation, our community events, and our scholarships!

Follow along with The Ike Foundation® as we continually post news and updates from the foundation, coverage, and photos from past events, and winners of our annual scholarships and tournaments!

Our Foundation began with shipping lightly used fishing gear to deserving local groups of kids in urban and rural areas. We have since grown to be able to provide brand new equipment to bigger organizations across the country!