MISSION
Founded in 1982, the Arkansas Game and Fish Foundation is composed of men and women from across the state who are passionate about promoting hunting, fishing and conservation education among Arkansans.
The foundation is committed to supporting the mission of the Arkansas Game and Fish Commission with its important role of keeping The Natural State natural. During the last 100 years, the commission has overseen the protection, conservation and preservation of various species of fish and wildlife and their habitats across Arkansas.
A continuing mission of the foundation is supporting the agency’s education initiatives aimed at getting young Arkansans unplugged and engaged in the outdoors.
FUNDRAISERS AND EVENTS
The foundation is leading fundraising efforts for the Northwest Arkansas Nature and Education Center. Part museum, part classroom and part playground, the $15 million center will create a major footprint in northwest Arkansas in a single step for the commission.
The center will be a cornerstone in the commission’s efforts to further improve the quality of life for the community for generations by providing a rich learning environment ensuring appreciation, excitement and wonder that only nature provides. Call the foundation for more information about this project.
GIVING OPPORTUNITIES
• The foundation’s annual membership fund is an excellent way to show support for the future of fish and wildlife resources in Arkansas.
• The Arkansas Outdoor Hall of Fame banquet is an annual event recognizing instrumental Arkansans for their conservation efforts across the state.
• The third annual Into the Wild fundraiser on Oct. 17 in Springdale features a wild game supper, bluegrass band and live and silent auctions.
• An essential part of ensuring healthy wildlife populations involves people. Join today!
Established:
1982
Employees:
2
Service Area:
Arkansas
PRESIDENT
Deke Whitbeck
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
John Rutledge, Chairman | |
Bill Jones, Vice Chairman | |
Greg Feltus, Secretary | |
Dr. Hayden Franks, Treasurer | |
Brandon Morgan | Robert Feltus |
Bob Gunderman | Rory Herndon |
Bob Young | Roy Burrell |
Brent Birch | Scott Tabor |
Carter Clark | Steven Son |
Cody Crawford | Thomas Shurgar |
David Snowden | TJ Lawhon |
Dow Brantley | Tracy Finn |
Franklin Bass | Todd Ross |
Ford Overton | Witt Stephens |
Gar Lile | Marshall Saviers |
Haynes Whitney | Marshall Hughes |
Henry Paul Willmuth | Shay Sebree |
Hunter Bale | Justin Moore |
Jay Moss | Chris Gosnell |
Jeff Wisener | Eddie Rodgers |
Kenny Gunderman | Andy Miller |
Larry Bowden | Tommy Wagner |
Randy Milligan | Bryant Smith |
Randy Wilbourn | Kramer Darragh |
Jon Ross Henderson |