NYS Friends of NRA

New York Friends of NRA, State Fund Committee

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: What can I expect at a Friends of NRA Event?


 At each event, participants have an opportunity to bid on a variety of merchandise, including firearms, artwork and outdoor gear.
A: The format is simple-food, fun, family and fund-raising. Whether you are a hunter, competitive shooter or just a proud gun owner, Friends of NRA events have something of interest for the entire family. Events include dinner followed by exciting auctions and special drawings for unique and collectible merchandise. Attendees bid on items from the standard Friends of NRA merchandise package, as well as special products and services donated to specific events by local businesses and community members. "Friends of NRA merchandise includes very desirable limited edition firearms, wildlife art from popular artists, jewelry, and shooting sports, hunting and outdoor equipment. Events offer every participant an opportunity to take home valuable merchandise and enjoyable memories," said Rich D'Alauro, NRA Senior Field Representative for lower New York, upper New Jersey, Connecticut and Rhode Island.

Q: How can I become involved?

 A: Attend a Friends of NRA event or join a committee near you. 
All committees need help, whether getting the word out to gain attendance, assisting during the banquet with the many games, or just attending.

Q: How are event funds distributed?



A Friends of NRA volunteer displays items for attendees to preview in advance of the special merchandise drawings planned for the evening.
 A: All net proceeds benefit The NRA Foundation, with half allocated to fund projects within the state where the money was raised. The NRA Foundation uses the other half to fund similar projects with a national scope. Friends of NRA committee volunteers are appointed to a State Fund Committee and make recommendations for local grant funding. To date, The NRA Foundation has funded more than 3,400 state fund grants for a total of $8.6 million, including but not limited to: youth firearms safety and education programs; hunter education; range development and improvement; support materials for training classes; women's safety classes; and wildlife conservation efforts. Recognizing that America's young people represent the future of the shooting sports, State Fund Committee grants frequently target youth programs, allocating more than 50% of grant monies to this important area.