Martin Marietta Joins Casting for Recovery as National Sponsor
Partnership supports free fly fishing retreats that provide connection, community and healing for women with breast cancer nationwide
BOZEMAN, Montana (August 28, 2026) — Casting for Recovery (CfR), a national nonprofit providing free fly fishing retreats for women with breast cancer, is proud to welcome Martin Marietta as a National Sponsor.
The partnership brings together two organizations with a shared belief in the power of strong communities, meaningful connections and time spent outdoors. Through its support of Casting for Recovery, Martin Marietta will help provide women facing breast cancer with access to free, oncology-informed retreats that combine medical and psychosocial support with the therapeutic experience of fly fishing.
“We are incredibly grateful to welcome Martin Marietta to the Casting for Recovery community,” said Susan Gaetz, Executive Director of Casting for Recovery. “Their commitment to strengthening the communities where their employees live and work aligns so naturally with what happens at a Casting for Recovery retreat. This partnership helps us create space for women to step away from the realities of breast cancer, connect with others who understand what they are going through, and experience the joy and confidence that can come from trying something completely new.”
Founded in 1996, Casting for Recovery offers retreats at no cost to participants, providing lodging, meals, equipment, instruction and support from trained volunteers, including medical and psychosocial professionals. In 2026, CfR is offering 60 retreats across the country and will serve more than 800 women. More than 14,000 women have participated in Casting for Recovery retreats since the organization was founded.
Martin Marietta is a leading supplier of aggregates and other building materials, with operations spanning 29 states, Canada and The Bahamas. Community and stewardship are among the company’s core values, reflecting its commitment to supporting the people and places where its employees live and work.
“We’re proud to support Casting for Recovery and the important work they do for women with breast cancer. Our Martin Marietta team values strong communities and greatly appreciates this opportunity to partner with an organization that provides so many women with meaningful, lasting experiences,” said Julia Larson, director of operations services and executive sponsor of Martin Marietta’s Women Who Build employee resource group. “Casting for Recovery brings women together in an environment of support, connection, and possibility. We’re honored to play a part in their wonderful mission.”
Casting for Recovery retreats are intentionally designed to address both the physical and emotional effects of breast cancer. The gentle motion of fly casting can support upper-body mobility following surgery or treatment, while time outdoors and connection with other women offer an opportunity to focus on something beyond cancer. No previous fishing experience is required.
More than 1,800 volunteers nationwide help make the retreats possible each year, including oncology professionals, fly fishing instructors and guides, retreat alumni and community volunteers.
“National partners like Martin Marietta allow us to continue providing these experiences completely free of charge and help us reach more women who can benefit from them,” Gaetz added. “We are thrilled to have them alongside us.”
To learn more about Casting for Recovery, its retreats and ways to support the organization, visit castingforrecovery.org.
