iFishiBelong is a 501 (c) (3) nonprofit dedicated to creating a diverse, inclusive fishing community where everyone feels welcome, empowered, and connected. This organization is for everyone who supports all people, all techniques, and all species. Through programs like All Kids Fish, DIY Fishing Events, Ubuntu Fly Anglers, and United Women on the Fly, we provide education, leadership opportunities, and a platform for underrepresented groups in the fishing world. We believe true integration honors individual differences, elevating them within the collective whole rather than forcing uniformity. We promote equitable representation, offer financial assistance, and create spaces for all anglers to thrive. At iFishiBelong, we celebrate individuality within the collective love for fishing, ensuring that every person has access to the sport and the opportunity to lead.
iFishiBelong ENVISIONS a future where every fish species, fishing technique, and individual UNITE through angling. This vision aims to promote inclusivity, celebrate diversity, and establish initiatives that empower LEADERS within the angling community.
Our mission is to cultivate leadership opportunities, advocate for equitable representation, offer financial assistance, and promote access and belonging for all people within the angling community and fishing industry.
iFishiBelong is a volunteer-powered organization where every program, event, and initiative is led by passionate anglers, educators, and community members who generously give their time to advance equity and inclusion in fishing. Their commitment ensures that our mission remains community-driven, heart-led, and deeply rooted in service.
Inclusivity
Diversity
Empowerment
Equity
Accessibility
iFishiBelong is dedicated to providing leadership opportunities for the development of leaders, educators, and experts across various programs, including guides, conservation, educators, speakers, photographers, content creators, authors, fishing group initiation, mentorship, and more.
iFishiBelong is committed to ensuring equitable visibility throughout our website, social media platforms, email communications, visual promotional materials, brochures, and all avenues where photos and narratives are featured. Our commitment extends to collaborating with manufacturers, business owners, media outlets, content creators, filmmakers, fishing trade associations, and industry events to actively promote equal representation in the fishing sector.
iFishiBelong will offer financial assistance for educational pursuits, events, and outings, encompassing a broad range of options such as Fish and Hang Events, Hosted Trips, Summits, Leadership Workshops, Online Classes, and In-Person Workshops.
iFishiBelong supports various programs and community groups committed to creating a space for inclusion.
iFishiBelong is committed to providing accessible opportunities for individuals of varying financial means by organizing a variety of cost-effective events and trips, including Fish and Hang Events, Hosted Trips, Partnership Events, and other community fishing gatherings.
Offer accessible and affordable learning via virtual presentations, online classes, in-person workshops, fish and social events, informative presentations, blogs, and social media platforms.
iFishiBelong will curate and promote a comprehensive platform that showcases fishing resources, connecting underrepresented individuals, organizations, business owners, industry professionals, and groups, fostering a more inclusive and diverse fishing community.
iFishiBelong is committed to creating programs that support and advocate for diverse communities within fishing, including women, BIPOC anglers, youth, and people of all socioeconomic backgrounds.
Each of our iFishiBelong programs has its own unique projects and missions, all aligned with the shared goal of creating positive change within the fishing industry and local communities. Together, as a united iFishiBelong organization, we work collaboratively to cultivate leadership opportunities, advocate for equitable representation, offer financial assistance, and promote access and belonging for all people within the angling community.