FAQs
When is the fundraising deadline for the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge?
The deadline for donations to be applied to boats competing in the 2022 Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge is 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 5, 2022. Donations can be made via online credit card, cash, and checks. The winning boat with the most funds raised in the Captain’s Challenge will be announced during the F4AC Shore Party event and the Captain’s Challenge announcement, which will take place at the South Annapolis Yacht Centre from 4-9 p.m. on November 5.
Donations can be made online or mailed to the LH AAMC Foundation office at 2000 Medical Parkway, Belcher Pavilion, Suite 604, Annapolis, MD 21401. If you have any questions, please contact the Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation office at 443-481-4799 or fishforacure@aahs.org for further details. Any checks received in the mail after close of business Friday, November 4 will not be applied towards the 2022 Captain’s Challenge standings but will support the Cancer Survivorship Program at LH AAMC. Please make checks payable to LH AAMC Foundation and include the boat name in the memo line.
How do I register my boat? Can I use the same information as last year?
If you have any questions about boat registration or customizing your personal boat fundraising page, please email fishforacure@aahs.org or call 443-481-4799.
How much does it cost to register a boat?
It costs $500 to register your boat, yourself, and up to three anglers. Stay tuned for updates and details on the 2022 Captain’s Meeting. Additional anglers can be added to your boat and the F4AC Shore Party for a $150 fee each. The deadline for boat registration for the 2022 F4AC Tournament is 5 p.m. on Monday, October 31, 2022.
I am a sponsor, how do I register the boat included in my sponsorship?
Email fishforacure@aahs.org for the sponsor code.
Can I write a check?
Yes. Please make checks payable to LH AAMC Foundation and mail to 2000 Medical Parkway, Belcher Pavilion, Suite 604, Annapolis, MD, 21401. Be sure to place the name of the boat you are donating to in the memo line!
How can I honor a loved one through Fish For a Cure?
To give a gift in memory of someone, we ask that donations be made to benefit F4AC’s cause of supporting the Geaton and JoAnn DeCesaris Cancer Institute at LH AAMC. Your gift may be made payable to LH AAMC Foundation. On the memo line of the check write “In memory/honor of (include name).” Please mail contributions to LH AAMC Foundation, 2000 Medical Parkway, Belcher Pavilion, Suite 604, Annapolis, Maryland 21401. If you choose to make your gift online, select the option, “dedicate my donation in honor or in memory of someone,” and provide the full name and email address for the individual that you want to be notified.
What is the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge?
The Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge is a fundraising competition. In addition to participating in the fishing tournament, each Captain will be asked to set a goal of $3,000 for additional fundraising dollars. The Captains will need to put together some information and pictures of their team/boat to be shared on your customized boat fundraising page. This page can then be forwarded to friends and family to generate donations to Fish For A Cure.
In order for the F4AC Board to announce the winner of the Paul C. Dettor Captains Challenge during the Shore Party, the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge will officially close at 6 p.m. on Saturday, November 5. No additional online donations will count towards any boat’s final fundraising numbers at this point. However, charitable gifts to Fish For A Cure can still be made during and after the event and are much appreciated.
Do I have to participate in the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge?
Participation isn’t mandatory, but it is expected. This is a tournament aimed at raising funds for cancer survivorship programs and we expect Captains to achieve a team goal of $3,000. The Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge is the best way to increase exposure for the event and an excellent vehicle for raising as much money as possible for a fantastic cause. Plus, the competition to win the Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge will be fierce and is a lot of fun – you may well regret not participating!
What information do I need to put together for my team’s Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge page?
You will need to put together a short biography for the team. Include things like why you chose to participate, what the tournament means to you, what your goals are, how much you intend to raise, how you intend to crush your competition – adding a picture or two would be great! There will be examples of other Captain’s pages for you to refer to and a digital tackle box containing all kinds of tips and templates to make the process as easy as possible.
What if I have questions about getting my boat set-up on the F4AC website. I got through the registration process; but now I’d like to personalize my boat and team page?
If your kids can’t fix it for you, please email: fishforacure@aahs.org
When/What is the Captain’s Meeting?
Stay tuned for updates and details on the 2022 Captain’s Meeting.
Why is attendance at the Captain’s Meeting mandatory?
Only one member of each crew is expected to attend, and we need to know who is definitely fishing! Plus, this is our opportunity to make sure all Captains understand the rules of the tournament and have been given their packets/Captain’s swag.
When will I receive my Fish For A Cure t-shirt?
Fish For A Cure t-shirts for all Captains and anglers are available for pick up at the Captain’s meeting.
For those who make a donation of $125 or more to a boat, you have the option to select free shipping or in-person pick up at AllTackle in Annapolis during check out. (AllTackle is located at 2062 Somerville Rd, Annapolis, MD 21401.)
F4AC t-shirts will be mailed or available for pick up after the 2022 Tournament. Exact dates and times coming soon! Thank you so much for your generous support of the Cancer Survivorship Program. Email fishforacure@aahs.org with any questions.
How does Fish For a Cure partner with the Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation?
Thanks to the generous support over the last 15 years from our captains, anglers, sponsors, and community partners like you, we have grown the Fish For A Cure Tournament and Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge to a grand scale. To help us keep this ever-growing fishing tournament and Shore Party running ship-shape, we have recruited the Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation Our Fish For A Cure Board crew is still very involved with this special event, but the LH AAMC team plays an integral role.
Is Fish For a Cure a registered 501(c) (3)?
Fish For A Cure is an event run in partnership with Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation, which is a registered non-profit. All donations are tax-deductible. Our Tax ID is: 52-1331298. If you need a copy of our letter of certification, mission statement or W-9, please email: fishforacure@aahs.org
