Asking a favor for some veterans

Recently, my mother was talking with an 80-year-old gentleman about fishing(ya, she still does:)).
 
The conversation turned from a lighthearted, funny mix of amusing tales of what was caught but not brought in, to something of a need.
 
Basically, from what he had said to her, some residents of the Butler Veteran's Hospital have been wanting to go on fishing trips to Moraine.  Unfortunately, from what she has been told by the gentleman, the vets do not have enough fishing equipment, poles, reels, etc., to make a trip out.
 
If you have any poles collecting dust, reels that are functional, terminal tackle, or know someone, or some baitshop/sporting goods shop that would like to donate, I think everyone who is over there would love the gift of both equipment, as well as being given back their hobby.
 
Thanks all for reading,
Jim

If you want the truth, I have no idea.  Like I said, my mom said this gent was saying this stuff about them not having equipment.  My grandfather had a stroke about 15 years ago(passed 12 years ago), and had gone on fishing trips with them..and now, it's like, 'nope'.
 
I didn't know who the guy was or who to contact or what was up with it, ya know?  It made me feel a bit disappointed that they wouldn't keep purchasing some recreational equipment for them through the years, and now they can't do something I'm sure some of them miss.
 
Anyhow, sorry for the lack of details.  I just wanted to ask this community, who actually does stand behind things and does take action where other BB and communities do not.  I could try to get a name and number tomorrow sometime if that is what is needed.  I'm sure even visiting the front desk and letting them know you would like to donate recreational items would work as well(I don't know the secretaries would like that one too much though:)).
 
Later, and I'll get some more information for donations tomorrow sometime,
Jim

I do know that the WCO in Erie posted some pics of a veterans fishing day on another board.  I would think that the hospital would have a recreation director that would be in charge of these activities.  I think that this is a great idea.  Perhaps a local business (or two) would get involved and sponsor these activities?