International Game Fish Association Inc

Angler recognition:the igfa maintains world records for all species of game fish and is committed to rule making, record keeping and recognition of outstanding accomplishments in the field of angling. The igfa binds all sport anglers to a universal set of angling rules. The igfa also maintains the fishing hall of fame which recognizes extraordinary, life-long achievements in recreational fishing around the world by anglers, captains, scientists, conservationists, writers or industry leaders.

Education programs:the igfa education programs are based on the belief that the sport of angling is an important recreational, economic, and social activity on which the public must be educated to pursue in a manner that aligns with the igfa's mission of promoting responsible, ethical angling practices and environmental stewardship around the world. The igfa has a current youth education initiative to teach 250,000 kids to fish to help build the next generation of ethical, conservation-minded anglers with current projects including free online fishing courses, virtual fishing filedtrips and, "passports to fishing", igfa's premier youth angler program.

Membership services and program development

Grant of funds to the igfa foundation, inc. A type i supporting organization