THE CAUSE

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ABOUT OUR CAUSE

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After several years of donating fishing charters to Mission Fishin’, Katie Lewis discovered a growing anticipation each time she prepared to host these families onto the water. Seeing a child beaming with pride after they catch a fish or the smile of a child in a wheelchair as they feel the movement of the ocean under them gives Katie a profound sense of joy and gratitude.

These outings also offer the siblings of the children with disabilities an opportunity to partake in a memorable family adventure. Often, families with a disabled child devote a significant amount of time to their care, making these outdoor excursions equally valuable for the siblings and parents alike.

Furthermore, recognizing Marathon’s status as home to some of the world’s finest sportfishing, Katie believed that the locals deserved a Sailfish tournament of their own. Driven by her conviction that “giving back is extremely important, and when you are granted that opportunity, you must take it,” Katie established the Marathon Premier Sailfish Tournament non-profit organization.

Each year, two days of catch and release sailfishing is followed by an awards banquet with great food and drink to celebrate the winners and raise money for great organizations like Mission Fishin’.

Through Katie’s dedicated efforts, substantial contributions have already been made to improve the lives of deserving families. Through partnership and collaboration with Mission Fishin’, some of these funds are already being spent right here in Marathon, Florida, such as a recent project funded at Stanley Switlik Elementary School.

Stanley Switlik Elementary

Mission Fishin’ 2023

Mission Fishin’ 2022

Overwhelmed by the outpouring of support and positive feedback for this initiative, Katie is committed to hosting this event in Marathon for years to come. Your support is indispensable in ensuring our continued success. If you wish to contribute, please reach out to us, and we will gladly provide you with various ways to get involved.

Your Donation Will Make a Difference!

Your efforts will support our only sailfish tournament in Marathon FL, local schools, families, and incredible organizations we are partnered with, like Mission Fishin’.

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