Secure Gun Storage Resources

Children Deserve
a Safe Environment,
No Matter Where
They Are.

Educating about secure gun storage creates a culture of safety and protects our children, families, and communities from the tragedies of intentional or unintentional shootings. When we take the time, every time, to protect our kids at home, at school, and in our communities, everyone benefits.

Use the resources below to learn more about how you can talk about secure gun storage.

Jump to: Be SMART Handouts #NotAnAccident Map Social Media Graphics Video Library

Be SMART Handouts

Download Be SMART handouts about secure storage practices and types of secure storage. All handouts are designed to be printed on 8.5×11-inch paper.

Asking About Secure Gun Storage

How do you ask about the presence of guns in the home before your child visits? Find tips on how to start conversations with others about secure gun storage.

Download in:

English Español

Talking to Your Children About Guns

This resource includes tips for talking to both young kids and teens about guns.

Download in:

English Español

Guide to Secure Gun Storage Devices

A printable guide to common types of secure gun storage that includes budget ranges, lifestyle factors, and what to look for in a quality gun storage solution.

Download in:

English Español

Keeping Your Home Safe with Secure Storage

Learn how to protect your family and your home by storing guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammunition.

Download in:

English Español

Facts and Resources on Child Firearm Suicide

Learn how secure gun storage can decrease the risk of firearm suicide, and find resources to help a loved one in crisis.

Download in:

English Español

Protecting LGBTQ+ Youth from Firearm Suicide

Learn how secure gun storage can decrease the risk of firearm suicide, and find resources for how to support and affirm LGBTQ+ youth.

Download in:

English Español

#NotAnAccident Map

Unintentional Shootings by Children Are Not Accidents

An overwhelming majority of unintentional shootings by children could have been prevented had the gun been securely stored.

This Everytown Support Fund index collects information from media reports about the location and results of incidents in which a child under 18 unintentionally shoots themselves or someone else.