Does Bass Pro Shops donate to fundraisers?

Bass Pro Shops products are perfect for any events. Perfect for those who love hunting, fishing, and camping.

Bass Pro Shops is committed to building strong relationships with the community they work and live. Ideal candidates are non-profit organizations whose effort is to protect fish and wildlife resources, and connect people to the outdoors. You can email your donation request making sure to follow the guidelines found on their website, lacking any of information you will not be considered. Company Information: Bass Pro Shops trademarks and copyrights are owned by: Bass Pro Shops

Example Response from a Donation Request Submission: Hello Elaine Miles, We value corporate citizenship. We provide in-kind support for non-profit and community organizations. Due to the high volume of requests, we need to limit our donations. As we review request, we believe that your event adheres with our commitments to the community. Best of luck! Regards, Donation Committee

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What Bass Pro Shops donates

Bass Pro Shops has typically donated: Bass Pro Shops merchandise. In some rare circumstances, donations of Bass Pro Shops gift cards or checks may be arranged.

Who can apply

Bass Pro Shops donates to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status. Bass Pro Shops does not support events run for profit.

Bass Pro Shops limits donation requests by area: National.

How to apply

Our record of Bass Pro Shops' requirements reads:

Apply via Benevity online forms on the community support page. Must be a municipality, public institution, or 501(c) organization. Fundraising event donations capped at $2,500 in merchandise/gift cards near retail stores.

When to ask

Bass Pro Shops states a lead time of rolling. Count back that far from your event date and send the request no later than then.

Across more than 25,000 fundraising events in our own records over fifteen years, March, April and May are the busiest months for fundraisers, October is the next busiest, and July and December are the quietest.

Work backwards from your event rather than forwards from today, and if your event falls in the spring peak, ask earlier than the stated lead time rather than later.

Common questions

Do I need to be a 501(c)(3) to request a donation from Bass Pro Shops?

Yes. Bass Pro Shops' donation program is limited to organizations with 501(c)(3) nonprofit status, so you will need your determination letter and Tax ID before you apply.

How far ahead should we ask Bass Pro Shops for a donation?

Bass Pro Shops' stated lead time is rolling. Work backwards from your event date: count back that far from the day of the event and send your request before that point.