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Project ChildSafe: Promoting Responsible Firearm Ownership

Every year, thousands of accidents, suicides, and thefts involve unsecured firearms. Project ChildSafe is a national program dedicated to helping gun owners take meaningful steps to store their firearms securely when not in use.

 

Through partnerships with law enforcement, public health organizations, and firearm retailers, Project ChildSafe provides free safety kits, educational resources, and community engagement efforts, all designed to prevent tragedy and promote responsible gun ownership.

 

By securing firearms, we can reduce unintentional injuries, suicide risk, and misuse, especially in homes with children or at-risk individuals. Responsible storage saves lives, and it starts at home.

 

Project ChildSafe Logo

Project ChildSafe: Promoting Responsible Firearm Ownership

Every year, thousands of accidents, suicides, and thefts involve unsecured firearms. Project ChildSafe is a national program dedicated to helping gun owners take meaningful steps to store their firearms securely when not in use.

 

Through partnerships with law enforcement, public health organizations, and firearm retailers, Project ChildSafe provides free safety kits, educational resources, and community engagement efforts, all designed to prevent tragedy and promote responsible gun ownership.

 

By securing firearms, we can reduce unintentional injuries, suicide risk, and misuse, especially in homes with children or at-risk individuals. Responsible storage saves lives, and it starts at home.

 

Significant Achievements

Distributed over 40 million free firearm safety kits nationwide

Partnered with 15,000+ law enforcement agencies and community organizations

Developed "Own It? Respect It. Secure It.", a national awareness campaign

Reached millions through TV, print, social media, and school programs

Helped reduce accidents in homes by promoting gun lock and safe use

Earned recognition from the National Safety Council and public health leaders

How Safe & Vault Store Plans to Help

At Safe & Vault Store, we believe in supporting responsible firearm ownership and safety in the home. That's why we're proud to partner with Project ChildSafe, a national firearm safety education program committed to helping gun owners store firearms securely and prevent accidents, theft, and misuse.

 

Customers now have the option to donate to Project ChildSafe at checkout. Additionally, Safe & Vault Store will donate $0.50 for every order over $100 to support their mission. Every contribution helps make homes safer, especially for children, teenagers, and individuals at risk.

 

We're proud to be part of this nationwide effort and hope to inspire others to take action.

 

How Project ChildSafe Expands Firearm Safety Nationwide

Project ChildSafe collaborates with thousands of partners nationwide, including local police departments, firearm retailers, and instructors, to promote safe firearm storage in every community.

 

Through free safety kits, educational campaigns, and support materials, Project ChildSafe helps businesses and organizations incorporate proven safety practices that reduce firearm accidents, suicides, and theft.

 

Whether you're a gun shop, training center, school, or public agency, Project ChildSafe provides the tools and resources to help keep familes and communities safer.

Connecting to Communities Nationwide

Project ChildSafe works with communities across the U.S. to promote secure firearm storage and reduce risks of accidents, misuse, and unintended harm.

 

  • Since 2023, 40+ million free safety kits (with cable locks and educational materials) have been distributed nationwide.
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  • Over 15,000 law enforcement agencies partner with Project ChildSafe to amplify these efforts.
  • In the time since Project ChildSafe's launch, fatal firearm accidents have declined to historic lows.
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  • Between 2014 and 2015 alone, accidental firearm fatalities decreased by 17% even as gun sales continued to rise.

 

By collaborating with local law enforcement, firearm retailers, safety instructions, veterans' groups, and community organizations, Project ChildSafe ensures that safe storage messages and tools reach every corner, from gun shows to county fairs to your neighborhood.

 

What ProjectChild Safe Offers

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Free Firearm Safety Kits (including a cable-style gun lock and educational materials)

 

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Educational Resources & Online Training - videos, downloadable materials, and guides available via projectchildsafe.org

 

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"Own it? Respect It. Secure It." messaging and awareness campaigns

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Partnerships with Law Enforcement & Firearm Retailers to distribute safety materials in communinties.

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Community Events & Outreach Programs - booths, fairs, safety demonstrations, and local engagement.

 

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Support for Firearm Retailers & Instructors - tools, education, and promotional resources.

 

Links

Gun Safety, Suicide Prevention, and the Role of Safe Storage, The Trace
https://www.thetrace.org/2023/05/gun-suicide-prevention-storage-project-childsafe/

Project ChildSafe Marks 20 Years Promoting Firearm Safety, National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF)
https://www.nssf.org/articles/project-childsafe-20th-anniversary/

How Gun Locks Save Lives, Everytown for Gun Safety
https://everytownresearch.org/report/gun-locks-save-lives/

Suicide Prevention and Firearm Safety Must Go Hand in Hand, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/magazine/suicide-firearm-safety/

Firearm Safety Kits Help Families Protect Children, CNN Health
https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/24/health/project-childsafe-gun-safety

 

Links

Gun Safety, Suicide Prevention, and the Role of Safe Storage, The Trace
https://www.thetrace.org/2023/05/gun-suicide-prevention-storage-project-childsafe/

Project ChildSafe Marks 20 Years Promoting Firearm Safety, National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF)
https://www.nssf.org/articles/project-childsafe-20th-anniversary/

How Gun Locks Save Lives, Everytown for Gun Safety
https://everytownresearch.org/report/gun-locks-save-lives/

Suicide Prevention and Firearm Safety Must Go Hand in Hand, Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
https://www.hsph.harvard.edu/news/magazine/suicide-firearm-safety/

Firearm Safety Kits Help Families Protect Children, CNN Health
https://www.cnn.com/2023/01/24/health/project-childsafe-gun-safety