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8th Annual

Casting for Kids

Fishing Tournament Fundraiser

May 16th, 2026

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Our Mission Statement

Our event was created to help children who are fighting cancer at the nationally recognized American Family Children's Hospital / UW Carbone Cancer Center in Madison WI. Participants in our event share a passion for children, community involvement and fishing. We are now in our sixth year raising money for the hospital, and we are proud to announce that we have raised over $975,000 so far!! Please help us out by attending our event or donating to Casting for Kids!

What is Casting for Kids?

Casting for Kids is a catch and release fishing tournament where all proceeds benefit the American Family Children's Hospital / UW Carbone Cancer Center.

Where is it?

The tournament headquarters is at the Alliant Energy Center in Madison, WI. The fishing tournament will take place on lakes Kegonsa, Monona, Mendota and Waubesa.

When is it?

The next Casting for Kids event will take place on May 16th, 2026. 

Guide Check In: 7:00 am

Guest Check In: 7:30 am

Happy Hour / Dinner:

2:30 pm - 3:30 pm

Auction:

3:30 pm - 5:30 pm

Interested in becoming a sponsor?
Click the buttons below to learn more about our sponsorship opportunities!

2025 Casting for Kids Event

Huge thank you to every sponsor, donor, participant, volunteer, commitee member and guide that contributed to Casting for Kids 2025. With your generous help and time we were able to raise over $187,000! This event does not enjoy this success without you. Thank you!

Please take a moment to hear the story of our dear friend and volunteer since day one, Keven Olson.

This is why we do Casting for Kids!

Have any questions?

For any questions/concerns about the event, please contact Mark Osiecki at:

Email: osieckim2424@gmail.com

Stay updated on event details using the social media links below!

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