We are now accepting Fishing Gear Requests for 2025. Requests for the 1st quarter (February, March, April) are due by January 1st. We will notify you by January 15th of our decision.
Please take a moment to note that donations are only available for events and programs aligned with the mission and objectives of The Ike Foundation.
*We cannot fulfill requests asking for items for auction baskets, raffle items or prizes. Donations should be used for children’s fishing events only.
Fishing gear and grant requests will be reviewed three times a year on the schedule listed, below. You will be notified of our decision within one week of each deadline. Please allow four weeks for delivery.
February, March, April: All requests for this period must be received by January 1st.
May, June, July: All requests for this period must be received by April 1st.
August, September, October: All requests for this period must be received by July 1st.
The mission of The Ike Foundation is to get more kids fishing and into the outdoors, especially youth in areas where those activities are not readily available. With this mission in mind, The Ike Foundation will consider requests for fishing gear from civic and youth organizations and other fishing-based non-profits. Ideally, the group will help educate youth about the sport of fishing, fish health and habitat, and environmental conservation. Organizations helping to equip young anglers, particularly in more urban areas, are highly encouraged to apply.