As we approach Giving Tuesday — a global day of generosity — we’re proud to spotlight the MidwayUSA Foundation, an organization dedicated to bringing resources, opportunity, and long-term support to youth shooting-sports teams across America.
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🎯 What Is the MidwayUSA Foundation?
Founded in 2007 by Larry and Brenda Potterfield, the MidwayUSA Foundation was created to give young people with an interest in shooting sports the same kind of support and opportunity typically reserved for traditional school and club sports. Many youth shooting programs lack consistent funding; the Foundation’s mission is to change that.
Through innovative funding programs, endowments, and grants, the Foundation provides sustainable, long-term support so youth shooting teams can operate, grow, and thrive for generations to come.
How the Foundation Supports Youth Teams
At the heart of the Foundation’s impact is the Team Endowment Program. Each participating youth shooting team — whether from a school, college, or independent club — can build its own endowment, grow donations over time, and receive annual grants to cover essential expenses.
These grants help teams pay for:
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Ammunition
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Targets
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Range and training fees
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Travel and competition costs
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Team gear and uniforms
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And other critical resources
This support removes financial barriers that can hold teams back. Young athletes can focus on building skills, learning discipline, competing with confidence, and developing lifelong passion for outdoor sports.
Today, thousands of youth shooting teams across the country benefit from the Foundation’s work. Since its inception, the organization has awarded tens of millions of dollars in grants, fueling one of the fastest-growing youth sports in the nation.
Giving Tuesday: Why It Matters
Giving Tuesday is the Foundation’s biggest and most impactful fundraising day of the year. It’s when athletes, coaches, families, alumni, and outdoor-sports supporters come together to make a powerful, collective difference.
Each year, Giving Tuesday helps:
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Grow team endowments nationwide
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Strengthen existing programs
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Launch new youth teams
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Expand access for kids in underserved areas
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Provide long-term stability for future generations
The Foundation often sets ambitious Giving Tuesday goals — and consistently meets or exceeds them thanks to strong community support. Special Giving Tuesday donation matches and incentive opportunities can also boost the impact of every dollar donated.
How You Can Help
Whether you’re a parent, former athlete, coach, outdoor enthusiast, or supporter of youth development, your contribution on Giving Tuesday can make a lasting impact.
Here’s how you can get involved:
💙 Donate — Support a team endowment or contribute to the Foundation’s broader mission. Every dollar grows long-term funding for youth shooting sports.
📣 Spread the word — Share Giving Tuesday posts, stories, and updates to help expand awareness.
🤝 Rally your community — Local businesses, clubs, and outdoor groups can help teams grow their endowments even faster.
Your support doesn’t just fund gear or travel — it fuels leadership, confidence, responsibility, and a lifelong appreciation for outdoor sports.
Final Thoughts
This Giving Tuesday, consider what your generosity can help create: new opportunities, stronger teams, and a brighter future for youth shooting sports across America.
By supporting the MidwayUSA Foundation, you’re not just giving — you’re empowering the next generation of athletes, mentors, and leaders.
Let’s make an impact together.
Learn more: https://www.midwayusafoundation.org/donate/
