The NRA Foundation's mission is focused on providing financial support to enhance the shooting sports, including education, safety, and marksmanship. Through fundraising and donations, the Foundation awards grants for educational and public service programs in communities across the United States.
The grant program from The NRA Foundation focuses on enhancing public safety, education, and scientific research related to firearms and hunting. Broad goals include promoting safety and education regarding firearms and shooting sports, encouraging youth participation, and improving marksmanship skills and facilities. Funding supports initiatives that align with the Foundation's mission to educate on firearms, advance shooting sports, ensure hunting safety, and foster charitable activities within the scope of section 501(c)(3) of the Internal Revenue Code.