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Est.

2017

Fiscal Year Start

Feb 1

Organization Type

Grantmaker

AI Summary

Fishing for the Fight is a 501(c)3 grantmaking organization that focuses on funding initiatives through a relationship-based approach, operating by invitation only. The foundation does not accept unsolicited proposals, making it essential for nonprofits to explore warm-introduction pathways via Impala's Funder Prospecting. In the 2025 filing year, Fishing for the Fight awarded a total of $304K in grants to a single grantee.

Mission Statement

TO SUPPORT THOSE FIGHTING CANCER AND PEOPLE WITH SPECIAL NEEDS AND CHILDREN WITH CHRONIC ILLNESSES BY COORDINATING FLY-FISHING TOURNAMENTS ON EXCEPTIONAL WATERS.
Total Funding Given
$304K
2025
Grantees funded
1
Multi-year grantees
100%
Funding by Year
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Total No. of Grants
2
Median 1st year grant
$100K
Median 2nd year grant
$150K
C
Chauncey Goodrich
Board Member
M
Michelle Kren
Board Member
P
Paul Ulrich
Board Member

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I submit an unsolicited grant proposal to FISHING FOR THE FIGHT?
No. FISHING FOR THE FIGHT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.
Where does FISHING FOR THE FIGHT give?
FISHING FOR THE FIGHT primarily gives to organizations located in Wyoming. These states represent the largest share of the foundation’s grantmaking by dollars awarded. Additional geographic details are available to registered users.
What size are FISHING FOR THE FIGHT’s grants?
The largest share of grants from FISHING FOR THE FIGHT fall in the $250 thousand to $500 thousand range. The median first-year grant is about $100 thousand. More detailed grant size data is available to registered users.
How many grants does FISHING FOR THE FIGHT make each year?
In 2025, FISHING FOR THE FIGHT awarded about 2 grants, totaling nearly $304 thousand. More detailed grant metrics are available to registered users.
Who did FISHING FOR THE FIGHT fund recently?
In 2025, FISHING FOR THE FIGHT awarded grants to about 1 grantees. Recent grantees include KICKIN CANCER IN SUBLETTE COUNTY. More detailed information on all recent recipients is available to registered users.
How do we apply to FISHING FOR THE FIGHT?
FISHING FOR THE FIGHT does not accept unsolicited proposals. Funding is by invitation only.