Blackout Coffee has renewed its Silver-level corporate partnership with the Second Amendment Foundation (SAF). CEO John Santos emphasized the company's commitment to defending Second Amendment freedoms, while SAF Executive Director Adam Kraut praised Blackout Coffee's support through sponsorships and donations from their special SAF roast sales.
Burris Optics announced its continued partnership with Rocky Mountain Heroes Foundation, supporting veterans and their families through hunting and fishing experiences. Founded by Brian L. "Sol" Soliday, the foundation provides therapeutic outdoor opportunities to help U.S. military veterans and active-duty service members reintegrate into civilian life.
Langdon Tactical Technology has joined the Second Amendment Foundation as a Silver-level corporate partner. The firearm customization company, led by President Aimee Langdon, partners with SAF to support Second Amendment rights and constitutional protections for responsible firearm ownership.
The National Rifle Association unveiled its new official NRA App, featuring digital membership cards, Second Amendment news from the NRA Institute for Legislative Action, digital magazines including American Rifleman and American Hunter, local event discovery, and exclusive member benefits. CEO Doug Hamlin emphasized the app represents the NRA's commitment to innovation and serving members in the digital age.
The Airgun Sporting Association announced a fundraising initiative with Pyramyd Air and Airgun Depot to raise $10,000 for the Student Air Rifle Program's tenth anniversary. The ASA will match customer contributions dollar-for-dollar up to $5,000, with support from industry partners including Umarex, Crosman, Daisy, and HatsonUSA.
The Brownells Foundation has joined The Double D Foundation's Corporate Partners Program as a Freedom Level supporter. Since its 2021 founding, The Double D Foundation has raised $4.7 million to support shooting sports participation through ammunition, targets, and financial assistance to hundreds of organizations and teams.
Gun Owners of America endorses Senator Mike Lee's National Constitutional Carry Act, which aims to restore the right to carry firearms nationwide without state permitting requirements. GOA Senior Vice President Erich Pratt stated the legislation would preempt unconstitutional state regulations on firearms, ammunition, and magazine sizes.
Bass Pro Shops donated $15,000 to the Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports to support R3 initiatives and strengthen national hunting and shooting sports participation. The contribution will expand educational resources and professional development across wildlife agencies and conservation stakeholders.
SLG2, Inc. released its 2024-2025 Annual Report highlighting significant growth across its three brands: Shoot Like A Girl, Safe LivinG, and Hunt Like A Girl. The report shows 5,655 signed-in guests and an estimated 17,000 people nationwide engaged with the firearms safety and shooting sports experiences, with 87% of Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's visitors making purchases.
The Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports (Council) is offering $5,000 student scholarship sponsorships to support emerging Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation (R3) research and leadership professionals attending the National R3 Symposium. Sponsors receive logo recognition and direct engagement with scholars while helping build the future workforce for hunting, shooting sports, and conservation.
Dallas Safari Club announced Russell Stacy as its new Chief Executive Officer. Stacy, a fourth-generation agri-business operator and DSC Life Member, previously served on the DSC and DSC Foundation Boards. He will lead DSC as it temporarily relocates its annual Convention to Atlanta in 2026-2027 and Houston in 2028-2029.
SLG2, Inc. released a video featuring Karen Butler mentoring Christa Forrester through her first turkey hunt, demonstrating that effective mentorship requires passion and willingness to share knowledge safely, not expert status. The video aims to encourage outdoor enthusiasts to become mentors and introduce others to hunting.
The Second Amendment Foundation (SAF) promoted Dana Wilson to Director of Development and Tanner Lineberry to Associate Director of Marketing. Executive Director Adam Kraut stated these new positions are pivotal for SAF's future growth and ability to advance its strategic litigation program and Second Amendment advocacy.
HeadHunters NW completed an executive search resulting in Dr. Todd Adkins' appointment as Executive Director of the Oregon Hunters Association. Dr. Adkins brings 30 years of hunting and conservation experience, including previous roles at Sportsmen's Alliance and the NRA-ILA, and will lead OHA's transformation and growth.
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation announced new board leadership with Todd Walker as chair, AshLee Strong as vice chair, and five new members including Mark Baker, John Green, Ike Eastman, Will Primos, and Adam Weatherby. The 16-member board from 11 states leads RMEF's conservation efforts for elk, wildlife habitat, and hunting heritage.
The Council to Advance Hunting and the Shooting Sports announced that the R3 License Data Dashboard will not be maintained for 2026 following the completion of its development funding. The public tool provided free visualizations of hunting and fishing license purchase trends to support Recruitment, Retention, and Reactivation efforts.
The National Rifle Association reminds students nationwide that applications for the 2026 NRA Youth Education Summit (Y.E.S.) are due in less than one month. This prestigious, all-expense-paid, six-day leadership and scholarship program for rising high school juniors and seniors will take place July 21–26, 2026, in Washington, D.C.
Derya Arms announced a new partnership with the MidwayUSA Foundation. As part of this partnership, Derya Arms is donating a selection of firearms and accessories, including .22LR rifles, various DY9 pistols, and a special edition hand-engraved pistol.
The NRA Foundation is expressing deep appreciation for the companies and families whose generosity has helped advance its mission for more than three decades. Their support has enabled the Foundation to award over $500 million in grants nationwide.
Tuesday night, Eileen Higgins was elected as the City of Miami’s next mayor. Higgins, a long-time opponent of Second Amendment rights, brings to City Hall an anti-gun record that has drawn scrutiny from Florida's gun owners.