As part of National Safety Month, NSSF is hosting Gun Storage Check Week® from June 1–7, 2025, encouraging all gun owners to review and, if necessary, improve their firearm storage practices to prevent accidents, suicides and thefts.
Why Secure Storage Matters
“No one wants their gun in the hands of an unsupervised child, a person in crisis, an individual who lacks knowledge of firearms or a thief.” NSSF President and CEO Joe Bartozzi emphasizes, “If something bad happens because your gun isn’t stored securely, you’ll regret it, probably forever.”
Enter to Win Weekly Prizes
Throughout June, gun owners can participate in the Gun Storage Check Week Sweepstakes for a chance to win firearm storage units and safety equipment, with some prizes valued up to $499.
Sponsors include Regal Products, Vault Pro and ShotLock. Each week offers a new opportunity to win and participants can earn five extra entries by watching firearm safety or suicide prevention videos after completing the entry form.
Explore Secure Storage Options
GunStorageCheck.org provides resources to help firearm owners choose appropriate storage solutions, such as:
- Cable Locks: Often available free through NSSF’s Project ChildSafe® program.
- Lock Boxes: Suitable for home security and vehicle storage.
- Lockable Gun Cases: Offer security and portability.
- Full-Size Gun Cabinets and Safes: Ideal for owners with multiple firearms, providing protection against fire and theft.
Join the Movement
Organizations, companies, law enforcement agencies and individuals can help promote Gun Storage Check Week by utilizing the promotional toolkit available at GunStorageCheck.org. The campaign will also be observed again from September 1–7, 2025, during National Suicide Prevention Month.
For more information and to participate in the sweepstakes, visit GunStorageCheck.org.
Let’s all do our part to ensure firearms are stored securely—because safety is everyone’s responsibility.
By: Daphane Cassidy
