See Us At SHOT Show 2018

The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) will be joining the list of more than 1,600 exhibitors at the 2018 SHOT Show, January 23–26, at the Sands Expo Center in Las Vegas. Representatives from the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) will be on hand to meet with attendees and industry professionals during the show. SSSF will be exhibiting in BOOTH #2521. To schedule a meeting with Tom Wondrash, SCTP National Director, during the show, e-mail TWondrash@sssfonline.com. To schedule a meeting with Rick Leach, SASP National Director, during the show, e-mail RLeach@sssfonline.com. The SHOT Show is the world’s most comprehensive tradeshow for professionals involved with the shooting sports, hunting and law enforcement industries. It attracts an impressive 64,000 industry professionals from all 50 U.S. states and more than 100 countries. The SHOT Show is owned by the National Shooting Sports Foundation, and is restricted to the shooting, hunting and outdoor trade professionals and commercial buyers and sellers of military, law enforcement and tactical products and services ONLY. The SHOT Show is not open to the general consuming public (e.g., private visitors, hunters, sports shooters, members of hunting and sports shooting clubs, etc.). Proof of professional affiliation is required.

2018 SCTP Regional Championship Dates and Locations

Save the date for the 2018 Scholastic Clay Target Program Regional Championships! Regional events are a great way for SCTP teams to participate and compete with teams from all across the country. Make plans now to participate in one or more events for fun, camaraderie and some great prizes! Pre-registration for each event will be available through the SSSF SHOT system as the event dates draw closer.

Henry Repeating Arms Donates “One of Twenty” Big Boy .44 Magnum Edition Rifles to benefit Scholastic Clay Target Program

In observance of its 20th Anniversary in 2017, Henry Repeating Arms has created a superb, highly collectible “One of Twenty” Edition of its highly popular Big Boy .44 magnum lever action rifle. The “One of Twenty” Edition will feature hand-engraving, AAA-grade American Walnut, special “One of “Twenty” serial numbers and Presentation Walnut Display Cases. Each of the “One of Twenty” Big Boys has been donated by Henry to an organization working in support of America’s hunting and shooting sports heritage. Each will be auctioned to provide important funding in support of hunting, shooting and conservation in America. The rifle being auctioned here is Serial Number 20HENRY16 and 100% of auction proceeds will be donated to the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation’s Scholastic Clay Target Program. Serial Number 20HENRY16 will be auctioned on www.GunBroker.com from December 24, 2017 thru January 7, 2018. “The SCTP/SSSF is very excited and honored to be part of this great support by Henry Repeating Arms, Gunbroker.com and The Hunting Heritage Trust” said Tom Wondrash, the Scholastic Clay Target Programs National Director. “SCTP is the Nation’s leader in the youth clay target shooting sports industry and a big part of the reason is because of groups like these that see and understand what we do! We are not just a youth shooting program, we are a youth development program. Thank you to these great supporters of our heritage and our youth and a special Thank You to Anthony Imperato and Henry for making this happen! This handsome serial number 20HENRY16 is fully hand engraved just like the hand-engraved 20HENRY01 which recently auctioned on GunBroker.com for $25,225.00! The engraving on this rifle is by the internationally-known and award-winning Baron Engraving of Trumbull, Connecticut. Baron has provided custom engraving services for most of America’s major firearm manufacturers and hunting and conservation organizations including the Ducks Unlimited, the National Wild Turkey Federation, the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation, National Rifle Association, U.S. Military Academy at West Point and many others. Baron has also designed and engraved more than 25 one-of-a-kind firearms for the official SHOT Show Auction. An icon in the firearms industry, Henry Repeating Arms is proudly celebrating 20 years of American manufacturing. Since 1997, Henry Repeating Arms has stood for quality, reliability and has provided award-winning customer service on a personalized level that sets the brand apart. Throughout its history, Henry Repeating Arms has had a steadfast and unwavering commitment to keeping its manufacturing operations in the United States and providing its customers with firearms that are “Made in America or Not Made at All.” “Over the past two decades, I’ve come to realize that it’s our customers that make Henry the brand it is today,” said Anthony Imperato, President and owner of Henry Repeating Arms. “Henry is a brand that represents many different things for customers from all walks of life. It’s their stories, their passion for Henry and shooting sports that continue to push us to be the best possible firearms manufacturer we can be.” Supporting the shooting sports has always been at the core of Henry Repeating Arms’ DNA, so Imperato felt it would be fitting to continue that tradition as the company marks its 20th anniversary. Henry has partnered with the Hunting Heritage Trust to auction the  “One of Twenty” Anniversary Edition Big Boy .44 Magnum rifles with 100% of the proceeds going to non-profit organizations working to support hunting, shooting and wildlife conservation in America. “The incredible, positive impact that these organizations have had on the shooting sports industry is immeasurable and we’re proud to have the opportunity to help fund their work for years to come,” added Imperato. “Collectors and Henry enthusiasts alike will be drawn to the intricate, hand-engraved details these rifles will feature, along with their extraordinary AAA grade American Walnut and special “One of Twenty” Edition serial numbers.” All rifles in the “One of Twenty” Edition will come with the custom Henry Walnut Wall Display shown in the listing photographs. The High Bidder for each “One of Twenty” rifle will receive a signed “Certificate of Authenticity” from Henry Repeating Arms President Anthony Imperato certifying that the rifle was one of only 20 produced in recognition of the company’s 20Th Anniversary was auctioned to raise funds in support of America’s hunting and shooting sports heritage and highlighting the organization that benefited from the auction. Henry collectors estimate that the “One of Twenty” edition will raise in excess of $100,000.00 for programs in support of America’s hunting and shooting sports heritage.

Apply Now For MidwayUSA Foundation Grant

Did you know that if your shooting team has any balance in their team endowment account at the MidwayUSA Foundation, they are eligible to receive a CASH grant EVERY year? So go check your balance and get that grant application in if you haven't applied this year! Click here to see who has applied as of December 1st. Application deadline is December 15th. Download grant application materials here...  

SSSF Donates Over $547K to Team Endowment Accounts

The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) recently donated $547,225 to Team Endowment Accounts at the MidwayUSA Foundation funding 63 youth shooting teams from 25 states. Funding was earned by Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) teams via participation in team fundraising activities, such as the SSSF's Vision 20/20 campaign and by placement in recent competition events. So far in 2017 the SSSF has donated nearly $1.49 million to benefit 378 teams participating in the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP) across 38 different states. The donations from SSSF to MidwayUSA Foundation Team Endowment Accounts established to benefit SCTP and SASP member-teams are made possible, in part, by grants to the SSSF from the Tulsa Community Foundation Youth Shooting Fund established and funded by the generosity of Larry and Brenda Potterfield. The Team Endowment Program at the MidwayUSA Foundation gives a community the ability to financially support a competitive youth shooting sports program at the high school and college level. The team can then request a grant of up to 5% of their endowment account balance once each year, in either June or December, to pay for team expenses.  There are no fees associated with a MidwayUSA Foundation Team Endowment. About MidwayUSA Foundation The MidwayUSA Foundation is a 501(c)(3) public charity working to sustain the shooting sports industry by providing long-term funding to youth shooting teams. Every donation made is 100% tax deductible and supports the mission to help communities and organizations raise funds to support their youth shooting team. The Foundation supports all shooting disciplines. For more information about how the MidwayUSA Foundation is changing the future of youth shooting sports, please visit midwayusafoundation.org or email info@midwayusafoundation.org.

Pheasants Forever’s 2018 Shooting Sports Invitational

Inviting all coaches & shooting sports athletes! Join Pheasants Forever/Quail Forever for a training day at the range...

Shooting Sports Invitational

February 17, 2018 • 11:30am - 5pm

Are you tough enough to brave the cold? If you are, join us at Hunters Pointe near Humboldt, SD during Pheasant Fest & Quail Classic for the 2018 Shooting Sports Invitational. We hope to provide you with hands on training and resources to help improve you and your team. We will be hosting “on range” training sessions to help with your mental game, pre-season preparation, funding, and coaching. New this year, we will be on the range live firing guns under the instruction of experts. Dave Miller of CZUSA will be teaching on the Sporting Clays Range. Mark and Sally Stevens of the Minnesota Youth Shotgun Association will be teaching on the Trap Range, and Rick Leach of the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation will be leading those interested on the Pistol and Rifle Range showcasing the Scholastic Action Shooting Program. Conservation and its relationship with shooting sports will also be a discussed on each range. Your team will also earn an extra $1,500 for your MidwayUSA Endowment account by attending the training and signing up for a Special PF/QF MidwayUSA Foundation fundraising package. Register today as spaces are very limited and make plans to learn from industry professionals! Download complete details and pre-registration information here...

Get Your Holiday Shopping Done At Our Online Store!

Avoid the busy stores and check off the shooter on your list when shopping at the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation's online store!

From November 23rd through December 5th, 2017 take 15% off eye-wear including Randolph Ranger and Pilla!

Ranger Phantom

Pilla S15

Puma M40

Panther X7 26 ED

X7 60 HCP

Don’t let this opportunity slide by, take care of your favorite Scholastic Clay Target Program or Scholastic Action Shooting Program athlete by shopping the SSSF online store today!

 

Support SSSF on #GivingTuesday!

By supporting SSSF with a tax-deductible donation on #GivingTuesday - November 28, you are supporting youth development through the shooting sports through our nation-wide network of teams involved in the Scholastic Clay Target Program (SCTP) and Scholastic Action Shooting Program (SASP)! Here are 5 easy ways to support youth in the shooting sports today!
  1. Become a Supporting Member By joining the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation as a Supporting Member you are part of the great movement of youth development through the shooting sports! Memberships start at as little as $40 annually and include a membership card, Supporting Member decal and other benefits. As a special one-time offer, the first 500 members to join as Supporting Members will receive a limited edition Browning knife set and be commemorated as part of the SSSF 500 Club!
  2. Donate to our Scholarship Fund In 2017 the SSSF awarded nearly $100,000 to young adults in the SCTP and SASP to assist with college education. SSSF has awarded over $300,000 in college scholarships since 2013.
  3. Give to our Vision 20/20 Campaign The SSSF is in the second year of a campaign entitled, “VISION 20/20”! The goal is to grow participation to over 20,000 student athletes involved in the SCTP and SASP annually by the year 2020. Use Team ID SSSF at the time of your donation or give to your favorite team by using a specific Team ID at the time of your donation! The campaign runs through 12/31/17.
  4. Donate to the SSSF Endowment Fund Donate to the SSSF Operating Endowment Fund and have your donation matched 1:1 by the MidwayUSA Foundation doubling your donation! This endowment account is a perpetual source of funding needed to support the Scholastic Clay Target Program and Scholastic Action Shooting Program!
  5. Take a young person to the range! Not able to donate this #GivingTuesday? Consider taking a youngster or two out to the range for a day of plinking or smashing clays! If you enjoy teaching and mentoring youth in the shooting sports, please contact us on how you can start your own SCTP or SASP team or become a coach for an existing team!
To find out about all of the ways to make a tax-deductible donation to the Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation and to download a printable donation form, please visit www.sssfonline.org/donate.
About #GivingTuesday The Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation (SSSF) has joined #GivingTuesday, a global day of giving that harnesses the collective power of individuals, communities and organizations to encourage philanthropy and to celebrate generosity worldwide. Occurring this year on November 28, #GivingTuesday is held annually on the Tuesday after Thanksgiving and the widely recognized shopping events Black Friday and Cyber Monday to kick-off the holiday giving season and inspire people to collaborate in improving their local communities and to give back in impactful ways to the charities and causes they support.

Support SSSF This Holiday Season!

Shop for everyone on your gift list this holiday at smile.amazon.com/ch/20-8484121 and support the Scholastic Clay Target Program and Scholastic Action Shooting Program! When you checkout on Amazon through our special link, AmazonSmile Foundation will donate 0.5% of the price of eligible purchases to the  Scholastic Shooting Sports Foundation. Shop online and support youth in the shooting sports! It's THAT easy!  

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