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In memory of a loving son and nephew, Logan Kushner, the I'M LOGAN IT Foundation was created to help young people establish a healthier self esteem through acts of kindness and mentorship. The I'M LOGAN IT Foundation also provides support Juvenile Diabetes Research Foundation and college scholarships to deserving students. The Foundation also hosts fundraising events to support local charities that were near and dear to Logan Kushner, including its annual Flag Football Tournament. Since 2012, the Flag Football Tournament has raised more than $170,000 for charity. READ MORE...

In 2014, Hoffmann and his daughter Ann launched Vets On The Water [VOTW], a Maine-based nonprofit dedicated to helping active duty, disabled veterans and Gold Star families experience and enjoy time on the water. Activities include fresh and saltwater fishing, sailing, cruising and ice fishing.

VOTW is entirely volunteer based. There’s no overhead costs and 100 percent of every donation, whether fishing or boating products, gas cards or meals, goes to veterans. Because of this, Hoffmann’s mantra is that the program belongs to all who give their time, equipment or services to the cause. READ MORE...

After prostate cancer claimed the life of her husband, Reed, of 29 years, Adriana Somberg launched the charity fishing tournament Anglers For The Cure – providing life-saving PSA blood tests for men and research funding to find a cure for the disease. The Somberg’s story begins in 1985 when the pair met at a Miami job interview, where Reed ultimately hired his future wife as his legal secretary. Over the years, the outdoorsy couple did everything together, including their mutual passion for boating, fishing and just about anything to do with the water. READ MORE...

Over the past three years, beautifully painted tiny house-like structures filled with children’s books have cropped up throughout Fort Lauderdale. Usually mounted in or around public areas, these mini libraries are from Action for Literacy – a nonprofit that aims to help children become functionally literate. Action for Literacy [AFL] is the brainchild of retired CPA Alan Garber and Chief Service Officer for the City of Fort Lauderdale Jorg Hruschka, who were inspired by the nationwide nonprofit Little Free Library. Because of Garber, Hruschka and a team of volunteers, 70 AFL libraries are installed throughout the city. READ MORE...

With a mission to give back to Veterans, TACO is proud to sponsor New Jersey nonprofit Jenna’s Reel Warriors. JRW is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit that provides fishing and boating adventures for Military Combat Veterans and Veterans suffering with PTSD. The nonprofit’s goal is to provide Veterans with an enjoyable, stress-free day on the water. JRW is always looking for volunteers to help onboard and for sponsors to help make their vision an ongoing reality for Veterans in need in the Tri-State area. TACO proudly donated some Dockside Accessories and supplied the nonprofit with new Boca Sport Chairs. For more information about Jenna’s Reel Warriors, please visit their website jennasreelwarriors.com and follow them on Instagram and Facebook.

TACO is a proud sponsor of the Dave Fons Memorial Fund "Fish for Truck Safety: Fins for Fons Fishing Tournament." Created in memory of Dave Fons who was tragically killed in an automobile accident, the Fund works to carry on the legacy of Dave's commitment to truck safety through advocacy and education. The Fund's mission is to provide resources and support to survivors and families affected by truck-related accidents, promote greater truck safety through advocacy, professional education, and raising awareness of the risks that trucks may pose on roadways, and promote construction-related education through the Dave Fons Memorial Fund Scholarship. Learn more about the Fund and the Fins for Fons Fishing Tournament on its Website and Facebook page.