About

The National Fishing in Schools Program (NFSP) is the registered trade name of the Fishing Education Foundation (FEF). FEF is a 501 (c) (3) non-profit corporation founded in 2009, with the sole purpose of providing financial support to schools wishing to participate in "Fishing in Schools."

Funding for FEF is provided by public and private foundations, state and federal entities, companies and individuals interested in teaching youth the valuable lifetime benefits of fishing. To facilitate their participation, FEF awards grants to applicant schools as funds become available. 100% of the tax-deductible contributions received by the Fishing Education Foundation are used to support schools and institutions wishing to instruct "Fishing in Schools" to their students.

When awarding grant funds, the FEF/NFSP preference is for 50% matching funds: i.e., the participating school pays 50% of the cost and FEF awards a grant for the other 50%. In some instances, full funding is available for a limited number of applicants. Grants are awarded on a first come, first served basis.