They did change the derby with the times !
no more Albi daily prize , Lots of memo's last year and this year on size and shrinkage
After weight in , they check ea fish and donate, after pictures etc
If a fish is suspect in any way they put it aside for other ventures, lobster pots etc
Like others have stated this derby is about sending kids to college , donating and sponsorships awards ..... I am not sure but I do not think they make any money at all ? You can donate and claim on your taxes if interested
More big fish were killed in the canal in a week this year , just saying
in the last 5 years not a 40lb was landed from shore during the derby