Welcome to the Fishing for a Cause recreational fishing tournament, out of Pope's Island Marina in New Bedford, MA! 

Join us on Friday & Saturday June 15-16, 2012 for the Striped Bass, Bluefish and Fluke tournament.  There are many ways to participate: register to fish; take the Team or Corporate Challenge; volunteer to help; sponsor the event; donate to the auctions; or buy tickets to the Seaside Dinner and/or Awards BBQ.  Do it for the challenge. Do it for the fun of it. Do it to help this worthy cause.  Do it for the chance to win great prizes, including a ONE MILLION DOLLAR CASH PRIZE! 

Watch this short video, produced by Rock Street Studios, for details about the $1 Million Matching Weight Contest:

The Schwartz Center has been serving children with developmental and medical special needs, since 1947. Funds raised will help provide high quality therapeutic interventions, medical care, and education for children living with disabilities and special health care needs. The generosity of the community has enabled the Schwartz Center to bring hope, inspiration, and comfort to Southeastern Massachusetts children and families for over 60 years.
 

The Schwartz Center for Children is a 501 c (3) tax-exempt organization. Your donation is tax deductible to the full extent that the law allows. Proceeds from this event will be maximized to further the mission of the Center; helping children achieve their greatest potential.

2012 SCHEDULE OF ACTIVITIES

Friday
June 15, 2012

FISHING TOURNAMENT
Lines in after - 12:01AM
Weigh Station Open - 1:00PM to 4:00PM

SEASIDE DINNER - A festive evening with both live and silent auctions; fabulous food and dancing by the sea!
Cocktail Reception - 6:00PM
Silent Auction - 6:00PM to 7:30PM
Catered Dinner by Russell Moring Fine Catering - 6:30PM
Welcoming Comments - 7:00PM
Live Auction - 7:45 PM
Live Music by Santa Mamba - 8:15PM to 10:00PM

Saturday
June 16, 2012

FISHING TOURNAMENT
Lines in after - 12:01AM
Weigh Station Open - 11:30AM to 2:30PM

AWARDS BBQ - A fun, family-friendly BBQ, featuring live music throughout the day.
Food & Beverages Available - 12:00PM to 3:30PM
Live Music by the McCarthy/Richards Duo - 12:00 to 2:00PM
Live Music by the Extraordinary Rendetion Band - 2:00PM to 3:00PM
Awards Presentations & Speakers - 3:00 to 4:00PM

A special 'Thank You' to our 2011 & 2012 Fishing for a Cause Gold Level Sponsor: