Louisiana Guide Relief Day Generates $41,624 In Donations
100% of the profits from purchases made on aftco.com September 8th, 2021 and marshwear.com September 7th, 2021 will be donated to the Worldwide Anglers Relief Fund (WARF). The overwhelming response from our customers generated $41,624! This donation will go directly towards helping guides and outfitters affected by Hurricane Ida in Coastal Louisiana.
Where the Money Is Going
The Worldwide Anglers Relief Fund (WARF) was created by the IGFA and Costa Sunglasses in 2017 to address the catastrophic impact that natural disasters have on captains, guides, crews and outfitters who depend on recreational fishing for their livelihood. To date $140,000 has been distributed to recreational angling associations in the Florida Keys, Texas, Puerto Rico, the Florida Panhandle and the Bahamas.
AFTCO and our partners at Marsh Wear have generated $41,624 for this fund. This donation has not yet been distributed by the IGFA but is earmarked specifically for Louisiana. We will provide an update on how the funds will ultimately used.
Louisiana Guide Relief Day is now over, but the needs are only just beginning. If you have family or friends wondering how they can support the Louisiana fishing community, we suggest a direct donation to WARF. A summary of the WARF program, the devastation from Hurricane Ida, and immediate relief options can be found here.
