What We Do
“Fishing is freedom. It is as simple as that. Once out of that no wake zone and you hear that engine gaining RPMs an unexplainable feeling comes over you. All the weight you carry is left on land. The same land where that stress was created, that anxiety, all the pain you feel in the depths of your soul is gone. The wall you have raised and hardened over the years is now down and you remember what it’s like to feel no pain, you feel happiness for the first time in what seems like years.”
-Captain Jimmy
We Provide:
- Complimentary Fishing Excursions for Veterans: Offering complimentary fishing trips to veterans, providing them with opportunities for relaxation and camaraderie.
- Veteran Housing Assistance: Providing housing solutions for veterans facing homelessness, ensuring they have a safe and supportive environment.
- Access to Mental Health Care: Facilitating access to local and traditional mental health care services, including private counseling and support groups like Alcoholics Anonymous (AA).
- Support for Alternative Mental Health Care: Assisting veterans with extreme cases by connecting them with alternative mental health care treatment programs.
- Community Fellowship: Fostering fellowship among veterans through various activities and events, promoting a sense of belonging and mutual support.
- Holiday Meals: Hosting family-style meals during holidays, creating a warm and inclusive atmosphere for veterans and their families.
- Financial Assistance: Providing financial assistance to veterans in need, helping them cover essential expenses and necessities.
- Crisis Intervention: Offering support and assistance to soldiers and their families during crisis situations, ensuring they receive timely and appropriate help.
Our array of services aims to address the multifaceted needs of veterans, supporting them in their journey towards wellness, stability, and community integration.
“As an Army Special Operations combat veteran, my transition out of the military and into civilian life was full of unforeseen challenges. My mental health was at an all time low and felt like things were only getting worse. Shortly after beginning my transition, I was introduced to fellow combat veteran, and professional fisherman, Jimmy Armel. Jimmy invited me out for a Knot Lucky Fishing trip. I had no idea at the time that fishing and hanging out with the Knot Lucky crew would be as impactful as it was. Upon leaving an intense career in Special Operations I had a very difficult time experiencing normal joy, excitement, connection with others, etc. Today I can honestly say Knot Lucky was an instrumental component to my transition and re-discovery of myself post-military and left me with positive experiences burned into my memory forever. ”
-Anonymous Veteran
Ready to help?
Donations are the lifeline of this organization.
All donations go directly to fund fishing trips and other support for veterans.