To Whom It May Concern:

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My name is Luther Poche, founder of the Dylan Kyle Poche Memorial Foundation, Inc.  This foundation was established in the loving memory of my son, Dylan, who attended Northwestern State University and was a proud member of the NSU Fishing team. Fishing brought so much happiness to Dylan, and he excelled in it. It was his passion…his favorite hobby…his happy place. 

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After Dylan’s tragic murder, our family wanted to find a way to turn the horrible tragedy of losing him into something positive…not just for our sakes, but for every single life he touched. We set up the Dylan Kyle Poche Memorial Fishing Scholarship to help others, who share this same passion for fishing, achieve their goals while doing something they love. This endeavor has brought our entire family so much joy knowing we can give something back while honoring our beloved son. 

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This year will mark our 10th annual Dylan Kyle Poche Memorial Bass Tournament. This tournament has been a resounding success and has grown in leaps and bounds each year. Since the tournament’s inception, we have been able to donate over $235,000.00 to fund our scholarship. This year’s tournament promises to be one of our biggest yet as we are expecting more than 600 participants. It will be held on March 28, 2026, at Cypress Bend on Toledo Bend Lake. And, as usual, any outside donations are always welcome. 

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This tournament is a huge fundraiser for us and would not be possible each year without the support of local companies and businesses. The valuable products and services as well as sponsorships donated by these entities are a vital key to our success. We need your support! 

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If you would like to be a sponsor or make a donation to our event, please contact:

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Burt Poche (318) 652-3176 or Shelley Poche (318) 652-7192

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You can also reach us by email at: lutherpoche@yahoo.com

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Any private donations can be mailed to:

Dylan Kyle Poche Memorial Foundation, Inc. P.O. Box 74
Natchitoches, LA 71458

Please do not hesitate to contact us with any questions or requests for further information. We appreciate your consideration in advance of supporting this wonderful cause. It is only with your support that we can help these young students reach their goals and chase their dreams! There are specific guidelines for any student who applies for this scholarship. 

Sincerely,

Luther B. Poche

Luther B. Poche