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Help Us Reclaim Our Family Fishing Dreams

Help Us Reclaim Our Family Fishing Dreams

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Matthew Winkle

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Matthew Winkle

Matthew Winkle

Oceanside, California

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Our Story

Hello everyone,

We are reaching out today because our family has hit a difficult financial crossroad, and we need your help to turn a major setback into a fresh start.

For us, buying a boat was never about luxury. It was an investment in our passion for fishing and a dedicated way to build family memories. We worked incredibly hard and poured our savings into this vessel, dreaming of early mornings on the water, teaching the kids how to cast, and the quiet joy of waiting for the next bite. It was meant to be our escape and a way to bring home fresh catches.

Unfortunately, shortly after bringing the boat home, disaster struck. The motor failed completely. Mechanics have since confirmed that the engine is totally shot and beyond reasonable repair.

Finding this out has been absolutely devastating. We have been going through a really bad financial spot lately, and the unexpected stress of this situation has pushed us to our limit. Instead of a source of family joy, we are stuck with a heavy financial burden, depleted funds, and a vessel we cannot use. Buying a reliable replacement marine motor is simply out of reach for us right now.

How Your Support Helps

We want nothing more than to get this boat into a reliable, seaworthy condition so we can safely get back to the sport we love. Every single dollar raised through this campaign will go directly toward:

  • Purchasing a reliable, thoroughly inspected replacement outboard motor.

  • Professional installation and rigging fees to ensure safe operation on the water.

How You Can Help

If you are in a position to donate, please know that no amount is too small. Every contribution brings us one step closer to getting back on the water and casting our lines again.

If you cannot donate at this time, you can still help immensely by sharing our campaign link with your friends, family, and fishing communities on social media.

We are incredibly grateful for your kindness, your shares, and your support during a time when our family truly needs it the most. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

With gratitude,

Matthew Winkle

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Help Us Reclaim Our Family Fishing Dreams
Matthew Winkle

Matthew Winkle

Oceanside, California

Fundraising for

Matthew Winkle

Fundraising forMatthew Winkle
Donation protected
👍 0% fee

Our Story

Hello everyone,

We are reaching out today because our family has hit a difficult financial crossroad, and we need your help to turn a major setback into a fresh start.

For us, buying a boat was never about luxury. It was an investment in our passion for fishing and a dedicated way to build family memories. We worked incredibly hard and poured our savings into this vessel, dreaming of early mornings on the water, teaching the kids how to cast, and the quiet joy of waiting for the next bite. It was meant to be our escape and a way to bring home fresh catches.

Unfortunately, shortly after bringing the boat home, disaster struck. The motor failed completely. Mechanics have since confirmed that the engine is totally shot and beyond reasonable repair.

Finding this out has been absolutely devastating. We have been going through a really bad financial spot lately, and the unexpected stress of this situation has pushed us to our limit. Instead of a source of family joy, we are stuck with a heavy financial burden, depleted funds, and a vessel we cannot use. Buying a reliable replacement marine motor is simply out of reach for us right now.

How Your Support Helps

We want nothing more than to get this boat into a reliable, seaworthy condition so we can safely get back to the sport we love. Every single dollar raised through this campaign will go directly toward:

  • Purchasing a reliable, thoroughly inspected replacement outboard motor.

  • Professional installation and rigging fees to ensure safe operation on the water.

How You Can Help

If you are in a position to donate, please know that no amount is too small. Every contribution brings us one step closer to getting back on the water and casting our lines again.

If you cannot donate at this time, you can still help immensely by sharing our campaign link with your friends, family, and fishing communities on social media.

We are incredibly grateful for your kindness, your shares, and your support during a time when our family truly needs it the most. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.

With gratitude,

Matthew Winkle

Organizer

Matthew Winkle

Matthew Winkle is the organizer of this fundraiser

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