2016 marks the beginning of an exciting new chapter in
Fish For a Cure (F4AC) history. With a brand new pledge to raise yet another million dollars for the Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute at Anne Arundel Medical Center (AAMC) and with Eastport Yacht Club as a new partner, the organization is confident and enthusiastic to raise more funds in record time.
In 2015, Annapolis based grassroots nonprofit Fish For a Cure raised a cumulative one million dollars for direct patient support at AAMC’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. Though the organization is celebrating their 10th Anniversary, a bulk of the million was raised in five short years. “We’ve had 10 successful rockfish tournaments and 10 awesome parties; we’re changing it up this year and looking to the future” explained Greg Lilly.
Fish For a Cure is run almost completely by volunteers including an all volunteer Board of Directors. Traditionally 100 percent of all Captain’s Challenge funds are donated directly to AAMC’s Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute. Yearly donations fund vital programs such as Nurse Navigators, nutrition and social work positions. These programs provide direct support, hope and peace of mind to cancer patients and their families during and after treatments. F4AC’s most recent annual donations range from $200,000 to $300,000.
This year’s rockfish tournament weigh-in and Shore Party will be held at the Eastport Yacht Club for the first time this year. This exciting change of venue offers many benefits to attendees: more docking space for anglers, easier boat access, facilities for anglers to freshen up and spectacular water views of downtown Annapolis as a backdrop for the Shore Party.
This year’s Rockfish Tournament and Shore Party will be held on Saturday November 5th. Boat registration is already open and Shore Party tickets are on sale at
fishforacure.org.
Tournament:
Prizes for heaviest rockfish, heaviest string of perch, and for catching any three unique species - also a NEW catch and release division for 2016. Fish the Chesapeake Bay all day, weigh in at Eastport Yacht Club from 4-6 p.m.
Shore party at EYC:
Join Fish For a Cure for their 10th Annual Shore Party 6-11 p.m. at Eastport Yacht Club. Enjoy three open bars, a high end buffet, music by Dan Hass, dancing and silent auctions - all with stunning waterfront views of Annapolis. The evening culminates with the announcement of the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge winner. The champion boat crew will receive their F4AC jackets and takes their place on the new Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge Cup.
The Shore Party is becoming a 'must attend' event often with tickets selling out several weeks prior to the event. Don’t miss the party, get your tickets today!