Sportsmen's Club of Fort Worth

Founded in the 1950s by Harry Tennison, Charlie Stephens, Paul Leonard Jr., and Mickey Schmid, the Sportsmen's Club of Fort Worth is an all-volunteer, tax-exempt 501(c)(3) organization. Since 1957, they've been channeling donations directly into youth outdoor programs and wildlife conservation in the Fort Worth and Dallas-Fort Worth region.

The Club's mission is straightforward: get kids outdoors and teach them about hunting, fishing, and wildlife conservation. They fund youth organizations through an annual wild game dinner and accept donations of hunting/fishing trips and outdoor gear that get auctioned off.

Primary funding comes from: - Annual Wild Game Dinner (February event each year) - Live and silent auctions of donated hunting and fishing trips - Silent auction items including outdoor equipment, meals, and sportsman merchandise - Approximately 200 donated items annually ranging from local to international hunting trips - Grants and donations from private businesses and individuals

The Club supports over 50 youth organizations and programs, including:

• •Harry Tennison Scholarship Fund - Annual college scholarships for Texas students pursuing outdoor management, conservation, research, or wildlife education
• •Youth Mentorship - Big Brothers Big Sisters, Young Life, CASA
• •Outdoor Training - Texas Jr Anglers, Go Wild Outdoors, Stewards of the Wild, Kids Outdoor Zone
• •Conservation Programs - Delta Waterfowl, National Wild Turkey Federation, Texas Parks & Wildlife
• •Community Service - Cops and Bobbers (police youth programs), GPPD Cops & Kids, Patriot Anglers

The Club funds work with organizations throughout Tarrant County and beyond:

Held in February each year, the Wild Game Dinner is the Club's primary fundraiser and features:

• •Cocktail Hour - 5:00 PM
• •Silent Auction Period - 5:00–9:00 PM
• •Dinner Service - 6:00 PM
• •Sportsman of the Year Award - 7:00 PM
• •National Anthem & Guest Speaker - 7:10 PM
• •Live Auction - 7:30 PM
• •Family-Friendly Atmosphere - Large father-child attendance

Donated auction items include hunting and fishing trips (local and international), outdoor equipment, dogs, meals, sports memorabilia, and hunting/fishing accessories.

Donate Items or Cash: - Download the Donor Form from their website - Cash donations accepted - In-kind donations (trips, gear, equipment) especially welcome

Request Funding: - Youth organizations can submit grant requests - Contact the Club with details about your program

Apply for Scholarships: - High school seniors pursuing outdoor/wildlife education fields - Scholarships for one year of study at accredited Texas colleges/universities - Selection based on leadership, academics, character, financial need, and career goals - Application deadline: End of May

Sportsmen's Club of Fort Worth P.O. Box 470393 Fort Worth, Texas 76147

"The Club relies exclusively on donations from private businesses and individuals and the net proceeds from our annual fundraising banquet. Without our generous donors, our event would not be possible."

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• •Tax Status: 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization
• •Founded: 1950s
• •Service Area: Tarrant County and Dallas-Fort Worth region