Safe and Vault Store is proud to support Project ChildSafe, the NSSF's nationwide program promoting safe and responsible firearm storage through free safety kits, education, and community partnerships.
8 children and teens
are killed by firearms every day in the United States. Many of those incidents involve unsecured firearms in the home, the exact problem safe storage prevents.
Source: CDC firearm mortality data; Everytown for Gun Safety.
About Project ChildSafe
Every year, thousands of accidents, suicides, and thefts involve unsecured firearms. Project ChildSafe is the National Shooting Sports Foundation's response, a nationwide program built on free safety kits, educational resources, and community engagement with law enforcement and retailers across the country.
Since launching in 1999, Project ChildSafe has become one of the largest firearm safety programs in the United States, recognized by federal agencies, state and local governments, and the firearm industry itself. The program is funded by NSSF, partner manufacturers, and individual donations from supporters who believe responsible storage is a personal responsibility every gun owner shares.
Significant Achievements
Project ChildSafe has built a measurable track record of impact over more than two decades:
The "Own It? Respect It. Secure It." campaign has reached millions of Americans through television, print, social media, and schools, building a culture of accountability around safe storage at home, in vehicles, and on the road.
How to Get a Free Safety Kit
Project ChildSafe makes free firearm safety kits available to anyone who wants one. Each kit includes a cable-style gun lock and educational materials on safe storage. Here is how to get one:
Find Your Local Distributor
Visit projectchildsafe.org and use the partner finder to locate a participating law enforcement agency near you.
Contact the Agency
Call or visit your local sheriff, police department, or community resource center. Most participating agencies have kits on hand and distribute them at no cost.
Pick Up Your Kit
Kits are typically available year-round and at community safety events. There is no application or qualification process. They are free to any gun owner who wants one.
How Safe and Vault Store Supports Project ChildSafe
Safe and Vault Store has built its business around helping families and businesses secure what matters most. Project ChildSafe shares that mission, and we're proud to back it.
Customers can support Project ChildSafe directly through the donation portal linked on this page. Every contribution helps fund more free safety kits, more educational resources, and more partnerships with the law enforcement agencies that distribute kits in their communities.
If you own a firearm and don't yet have a way to secure it, browse our selection of gun safes, handgun safes, and long gun safes. Responsible storage is the foundation of responsible ownership.
How Project ChildSafe Expands Firearm Safety Nationwide
Project ChildSafe operates through a coordinated network of partnerships. NSSF partners with police departments, retailers, firearm instructors, and community organizations to put free safety kits, educational campaigns, and support materials directly into the hands of gun owners and their families.
The program's reach has been recognized by major media outlets including CNN Health and academic institutions like the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, which has highlighted the role of secure storage in suicide prevention.
What Project ChildSafe Offers
Free Safety Kits
Each kit includes a cable-style gun lock and educational materials about safe storage.
Educational Resources
Downloadable guides, age-appropriate materials for parents, and videos on safe storage practices at projectchildsafe.org.
"Own It? Respect It. Secure It." Campaign
National messaging that frames safe storage as a core responsibility of firearm ownership.
Law Enforcement Partnerships
15,000+ agencies distribute kits and host community events to reach gun owners directly.
Community Events and Outreach
Local events bring safety information to families where they are, in schools and community centers.
Retailer and Instructor Support
Materials and resources for the gun shops, ranges, and instructors that interact with gun owners every day.
Educational Videos from Project ChildSafe
Watch these short videos to learn more about safe storage practices at home, in vehicles, and when talking with kids about firearms.
The Basics of Gun Safety
Foundational principles every gun owner should know.
NSSF Firearm Safety in Vehicles
Best practices for securing firearms while on the road.
Talking with Kids About Gun Safety
Age-appropriate conversations that build awareness and respect.
Additional Resources
- Project ChildSafe official website — full program information, kit request, and educational library
- Project ChildSafe educational materials — downloadable guides for parents, gun owners, and educators
- National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) — the parent organization behind Project ChildSafe
- Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health — Means Matter — research on secure storage and suicide prevention
Frequently Asked Questions
What is in a Project ChildSafe safety kit?
Each kit contains a cable-style gun lock that fits most handguns, rifles, and shotguns, plus printed educational materials on safe firearm storage practices. The cable lock threads through the action of the firearm to prevent it from being loaded or fired until the lock is removed.
Are Project ChildSafe kits really free?
Yes. Kits are distributed at no charge through 15,000+ partner law enforcement agencies. There is no application, qualification, or cost. The program is funded by NSSF, partner manufacturers, retailers, and individual donations.
Where does my donation go?
Donations made through this page go directly to the National Shooting Sports Foundation, which administers Project ChildSafe. Funds are used to produce more safety kits, develop educational materials, support the "Own It? Respect It. Secure It." campaign, and expand law enforcement partnerships nationwide.
Does Safe and Vault Store profit from my donation?
No. Safe and Vault Store does not earn revenue from Project ChildSafe donations. We host the donation portal as a partner and supporter of the program. Every dollar you contribute goes to NSSF to fund Project ChildSafe initiatives.
How can I help beyond donating?
Several ways: request a free safety kit and use it, share Project ChildSafe materials with friends and family, talk with other gun owners about safe storage practices, and follow Project ChildSafe and Safe and Vault Store on social media to amplify the message. If you own a business in the firearms industry, consider becoming a Project ChildSafe Supporter through NSSF.
Help Fund the Next Million Safety Kits
Your donation directly funds free firearm safety kits and educational materials distributed by Project ChildSafe and its 15,000+ law enforcement partners. Every contribution helps build a safer, more responsible firearm community.