Villages Straight Shoots and Its Member Support
The Villages - Tri County Friends of NRA
Friends of NRA is a grassroots fund-raising program conceptualized by National Rifle Association of America's Wayne Sheets and MidwayUSA's Founder and CEO, Larry Potterfield. The program fosters community involvement, raises money, and gives 100 percent of the net proceeds to qualified local, state, and national programs. Working with the NRA's field staff, thousands of volunteers nationwide participate in the program by organizing committees and planning events in their communities. Monies raised at these events go to The NRA Foundation, a 501c charitable organization.
Friends of the NRA and The NRA Foundation recognize that the future of our shooting traditions lies in programs that inspire and encourage individuals to further develop their passion for firearm education and training. Recognizing America's younger generations represent the future of the shooting sports. State Funds Committees frequently allocate more than 80% of grant monies to youth programs such as JROTC, Boy Scouts, and 4-H.
Friends of the NRA and The NRA Foundation recognize that the future of our shooting traditions lies in programs that inspire and encourage individuals to further develop their passion for firearm education and training. Recognizing America's younger generations represent the future of the shooting sports. State Funds Committees frequently allocate more than 80% of grant monies to youth programs such as JROTC, Boy Scouts, and 4-H.
Eddie Eagle GunSafe teaches children the important steps to take if they find a gun, while Refuse to Be a Victim teaches people of all ages the importance of being alert to imminent danger, equipping participants with life saving knowledge. The annual Youth Education Summit trains high schoolers to continue the shooting legacy by intelligently debating their Constitutional rights, while programs designed specifically for military and law enforcement enhance their marksmanship skills. Women on Target helps women gain confidence in their firearms skills. Disabled veterans of America's National Trapshoot Circuit, and youth hunters throughout the nation are inspired by the Youth Hunter Education Challenge. Hundreds of indoor and outdoor ranges have been built or repaired by NRA range grants, and then frequented by students learning marksmanship through youth programs.