NRV Sportsmen For Kids

06/10/2026

🎓 Congratulations to our 2026 NRV Sportsmen For Kids Scholarship Recipients! 🎓

We are proud to invest in the future of these outstanding young individuals through our annual scholarship program.

This year, we awarded four $1,000 scholarships and introduced the first-ever NRV Sportsmen For Kids Al Smith Memorial Scholarship, a $2,000 award honoring the legacy of Al Smith. This scholarship recognizes a student who demonstrates exceptional service to their community and dedication to helping others.

🏆 NRV Sportsmen For Kids Al Smith Memorial Scholarship ($2,000)
• Carlie Hamblin

🎓 $1,000 Scholarship Recipients
• Nick Smith
• Emily Hall
• Brody Dunbar
• Ethan Cook

These students represent the values that make our community special—hard work, service, leadership, and giving back.

Please join us in congratulating all of our scholarship recipients! 👏

💬 Leave a comment below to congratulate these deserving students and wish them success in their future endeavors!

06/01/2026

🎉 NRV Sportsmen For Kids 2026 Banquet Tickets Are NOW ON SALE! 🎉

Our biggest fundraiser of the year is shaping up to be an incredible night, and we can't wait to see everyone there! We've made some exciting changes to our sponsorship tables this year, giving you even more opportunities to support our mission and win great prizes.

📍 EVENT DETAILS
📅 Date: September 12, 2026
📍 Location: NRV Fairgrounds
🚪 Doors Open: 5:00 PM

🍽️ Your banquet admission includes a delicious dinner from Mission BBQ and drinks!

🎟️ INDIVIDUAL TICKETS
• Single Ticket — $55 (1 admission)
• Couple Ticket — $100 (2 admissions)
• Youth Ticket — $20 (Ages 10-16)

🟫 SPORTSMEN TABLE — $500
✔️ 8 banquet admissions
✔️ Table Purchaser gets an entry into Sportsmen Sponsor Table Drawing (1 in 10 chance to win $500)
✔️ Event program recognition & assigned seating

🟨 LEGACY SPONSOR TABLE — $1,000
✔️ 10 banquet admissions
✔️ Table Purchaser gets an entry into Legacy Sponsor Table Drawing (1 in 5 chance to win $500)
✔️ Table Purchaser gets 10 cups of general raffle tickets
✔️ Event program recognition & assigned seating

🟩 PREMIER SPONSOR TABLE — $1,500
✔️ 10 banquet admissions
✔️ Table Purchaser gets an entry into Premier Sponsor Table Drawing (1 in 3 chance to win $750)
✔️Table Purchaser gets 10 cups of general raffle tickets
✔️ Event program recognition & assigned seating

Every ticket purchased helps us continue providing youth hunts, fishing events, scholarships, outdoor education programs, and other opportunities for kids throughout the New River Valley.

🎫 Get your tickets today before they're gone!

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05/29/2026

🚨 HELP NEEDED 🚨

NRV Sportsmen For Kids is looking for pontoon boats and volunteer boat captains for our All Abilities Kids Fishing Day! 🎣❤️

📅 August 15, 2026
⏰ 8AM – 1PM
📍 Claytor Lake State Park

This is an amazing day dedicated to giving children of all abilities the opportunity to enjoy fishing and make lasting memories on the water.

If you have a pontoon boat and would be willing to help, please comment below or send us a message. Your support helps make this event possible!

Please share to help us spread the word!

04/28/2026

⏰ Only 3 days left!

The scholarship application is still open, but not for long. Make sure you get your application submitted before the deadline—don’t miss out on this opportunity!

Apply now!

🚨 BIG NEWS 🚨

The 2026 NRV Sportsmen For Kids Scholarship is officially LIVE! 🎉

Are you a graduating high school senior in the New River Valley? Don’t miss your chance to apply for this amazing opportunity!

💰 We will be awarding 5 scholarships of $1,000 each 💰

📅 Deadline to apply: May 1, 2026

Take the next step toward your future and apply today! 👇

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04/20/2026

This is why we do what we do ❤️

Seeing kids come back year after year, growing their love for fishing, learning new skills, and making memories that last a lifetime—it means everything to us.

Moments like these remind us that it’s about more than just fishing… it’s about connection, confidence, and joy.

Proud to be part of something that makes a difference.

04/19/2026

🎣 What an incredible day at our 2026 Kids Fishing Day with the Izaak Walton League of Christiansburg!

With over 500 youth and adults in attendance, the pond was full of excitement, laughter, and plenty of fish stories 🐟 Every cast brought smiles, and countless memories were made that will last a lifetime.

A huge THANK YOU to all of our donors, sponsors, and volunteers, 4-H Shooting Club, RU S***t Club, SWVA Bassin’, Pembroke Stop N Save and FCA Outdoors, this event wouldn’t be possible without your support and dedication.

📸 If you took pictures during the event, drop them in the comments below—we’d love to see your favorite moments and memories!

👉 Be sure to like and follow our page to stay updated on upcoming events and more outdoor fun!

04/06/2026

Youth turkey hunt success this weekend! 🦃

A big thank you to our amazing guides for taking these kids out and giving them the opportunity to experience the outdoors, learn new skills, and make memories that will last a lifetime.

We’re proud to be part of something that helps the next generation connect with nature and hunting traditions.

03/30/2026

📣 NRV Sportsmen for Kids Banquet Date Change 📣

We’ve got an important update!

The banquet has been rescheduled to September 12, 2026 — be sure to mark your calendar! 🗓️

🎟️ Tickets go on sale June 1, 2026, so stay tuned and don’t miss your chance to join us for a great event supporting a great cause.

We can’t wait to see you there!