Live Well Go Fish
About Live Well Go Fish
Live Well Go Fish takes people out on the water in Lincoln and Omaha on a custom wheelchair-accessible pontoon boat. That means seniors, youth, veterans, people with disabilities, and hospice patients can spend time boating, fishing, and trying simple joys like bird watching or Bobber Bingo. If you want to support something concrete, this is one of those rare offers that starts with access and turns it into a day people remember.
What sets Live Well Go Fish apart is the boat itself, a custom wheelchair-accessible pontoon that brings the experience to the people, not the other way around. It is built for outings on area lakes, with space for up to 3 wheelchairs and short day trips for up to 10 guests.
Programs
The concrete work this nonprofit runs. Each program may later become a fundable project.
Recreational therapy boat outings
Boating and fishing trips on a custom-made wheelchair-accessible pontoon boat for seniors, youth, veterans, people with disabilities, and hospice patients.
On-the-water activities
Volunteer-led activities during trips, including bird watching, fly fishing, Bobber Bingo, Name That Tuna, singing, dancing, and making memories.
About this work
In their own words — what they do, who it reaches, and what your dollars actually fund.
Mission
Live Well Go Fish provides recreational therapy through boating and fishing experiences on a wheelchair-accessible pontoon boat for seniors, youth, veterans, people with disabilities, and hospice patients in the Omaha and Lincoln communities.
Who they serve
Seniors, youth, veterans, people with disabilities, hospice patients, and groups such as assisted and skilled care living residents, Alzheimer's and dementia care patients, rehabilitation care participants, adult day care groups, special needs organizations, schools, visually impaired guests, and hospice patients and their families.
Their impact
- 11,120 people served
- 9 seasons on the water
- 374,920 smiles caught
How your donation helps
- Bottled water for one day of fishing
- One week of gas for the boat
- Hooks for 8,967 fish
- Bait for one day of fishing
- Sponsor two hours for up to 10 guests
- Sponsor four hours of recreational therapy
- Sponsor eight hours for up to 80 guests
Our story
Founded in 2016 in Lincoln, Nebraska, Live Well Go Fish began as a 501(c)(3) organization with a straightforward idea, give groups that often do not have the opportunity or means a chance to experience the healthy benefits of being on the water. It does that through specially equipped boating and fishing outings, carried out on its custom pontoon boat.
Need help?
How someone in need can access Live Well Go Fish’s services.
Organizations that serve clients who could benefit from a trip on the water can contact the organization to schedule a boat trip.
Stories
The people behind the work.
In their words
Residents come back with an energy, a sparkle in their eyes, and smile for days.
Their faces tell the story; there is absolute joy and excitement on their faces on the boat and every time a fish is reeled in.
The interaction with nature: the fish, the water, the sunlight, and the fresh air create such an energy.
Ways to help
Concrete needs and volunteer roles Live Well Go Fish has shared.
Current needs
- Donations for boat fuel, bait, bottled water, hooks, and sponsored trip hours
- Caring volunteers, including boat captains
Volunteer opportunities
- Fishing
- Bird watching
- Kite flying
- Singing and dancing
- Banquet and fundraising events
- Recognition events
- On-shore teaching and training activities
- Boat captain
Partners & funders
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about this nonprofit and how its work happens.
How do organizations arrange a boat trip?
Organizations that serve people who could benefit from a trip on the water can contact the organization to schedule a boat trip.
How many wheelchairs can the pontoon boat accommodate?
Up to 3 wheelchairs.
How many guests can be on a short day trip?
Up to 10 guests for short day trips on area lakes.
What can volunteers help with on the boat?
Volunteers can help with fishing, bird watching, kite flying, singing, dancing, and making memories.
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