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CMP Junior Support Programs https://thecmp.org/junior-highpower-support-program/ What is the Junior Highpower Support Program? The Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP) provides financial assistance for eligible members of junior highpower rifle teams sponsored by state associations, or CMP clubs that compete in the National Trophy Rifle Matches during the National Matches at Camp Perry. This program was developed to promote junior participation in the National Matches and to encourage junior comp …

At ACME Machine / ACME Rifles, our mission has always been to support the future of shooting sports—especially through youth development. That’s why we’re excited to share an exclusive interview between our founder, Shaun Beiswanger, and Zach Abbott, Marketing Specialist with the MidwayUSA Foundation. In this inspiring conversation, they explore the vital role youth programs play in growing the sport, the impact of financial support through endowments and grants, and how we can …

Borden, IN – May 3, 2025 Each year, the Friends of NRA movement honors one standout committee with the prestigious Committee of the Year award. In 2024, that honor was earned by none other than the Falls of the Ohio Friends of NRA Committee in Borden, Indiana—and in 2025, they proved once again why they’re a national benchmark for excellence. With over 1,000 attendees and $240,000 raised, the Falls of the Ohio banquet was not only a celebration of community and patriotism&m …

Supporting the Future of Shooting Sports: Friends of NRA and ACME Machine Team Up in Indiana When you think about the future of American marksmanship, youth education, and supporting those who protect our communities—one partnership in Indiana is helping make that future a reality. We caught up with Josh Toennessen, NRA Field Representative for Indiana, during the recent Law Enforcement SWAT Conference in Carmel, where he shared powerful insight on the mission behind Friends of NRA, and th …