Lapua has renewed its partnership with U.S. Biathlon as the official ammunition supplier for the upcoming Olympic quadrennial. The partnership supports U.S. Biathlon athletes competing in the winter sport that combines cross-country skiing with rifle marksmanship using .22 LR ammunition.
CZ announced the addition of Brennah Gaston to its professional shooting team. Gaston, a rising star in practical shooting, earned a gold medal with Team USA at the 2025 IPSC Handgun World Shoot and is the reigning Ladies Open National Champion. She will compete in major USPSA and IPSC matches throughout 2026 using CZ firearms.
Beretta and premium dealer Gray Rose announced their Silver Star sponsorship of Concert for the Heroes 2026, taking place May 8–9 in Bluffton, SC. The event features a private sporting clays range day and headline concert with Lee Brice to support veterans and first responders through OPFOB's mission.
Beretta serves as title sponsor of the 2026 NSCA Northeast Regional Championship at M&M Hunting Preserve in Pennsville, NJ, May 12-17, showcasing competition shotguns including the 694 Black DLC, DT11 Super Sport, SL2, AX800 Suprema, and A400 L Sporting. Team Beretta athletes Connor Daniel, Desi Edmunds, Dominic Grossi, Zach Kienbaum, Diane Sorantino, and Jared Greenwood will compete.
20North Marketing has signed on as Platinum Sponsor for the 2026 NSSF Marketing & Leadership Summit, taking place May 12–14 in Hilton Head. The digital marketing agency will support industry discussions on AI-driven search, leadership, consumer behavior, and digital marketing strategies.
Hornady Manufacturing Company announced partnerships with Scouting America, serving as ammunition sponsor for Camp Cedars Rifle and Shotgun programs and the Mid-America Council's annual Sporting Clays Event. The initiative supports youth development in shooting sports through safe, supervised instruction emphasizing discipline, responsibility, and outdoor engagement.
CZ announced the addition of competitive shooter Deshaun Jenkins to its professional shooting team. Jenkins, a Grand Master in USPSA, has won multiple championships including the 2023 Atlanta Practical Shooting Championship and 2025 Alabama State Championship, and will compete with the CZ Shadow 2 platform.
Staccato 2011 returned as Patriot Sponsor of Second Bend Labs' Guns, Golf & Gills charity event, which raised $200,000 for the Combat Control Foundation. IPSC World Champion Max Michel provided elite shooting instruction at the event, deepening Staccato's commitment to the warfighter community.
FastBound announced its sponsorship of the NSSF Marketing & Leadership Summit, taking place May 12–14, 2026, in Hilton Head, South Carolina. VP of Sales & Marketing Jamison Collins stated the sponsorship reflects FastBound's commitment to innovation and leadership in the firearms and outdoor industries, serving over 7,000 active FFLs nationwide.
Dead Air Silencers will sponsor the 2026 CANCON East event May 7-9 at The Clinton House Shooting Complex in Clinton, South Carolina, showcasing centerfire and rimfire suppressors including the Ruger RXD910Ti, CT5P, Nomad Ti OTB, Sandman X, and Mojave 45 models.
ALPS Mountaineering announces its third consecutive year partnering with Philmont Scout Ranch to promote the Wilderness Pledge Achievement Award for Boy Scouts of America. Proceeds from award sales support Philmont's sustainability initiatives, including recycling efforts and environmental education programs.
SoundGear, a hearing protection technology leader manufactured by Starkey, announced a national sponsorship of the USA Clay Target League to support youth shooting sports athletes' safety and hearing health. The partnership aims to provide advanced hearing protection to over 56,000 students across 2,000 school-approved teams nationwide.
Winchester AA shotshells and White Flyer targets will be featured on the No. 3 Richard Childress Racing Chevrolet during the Würth 400 at Texas Motor Speedway on May 3. Both brands are official partners of the Amateur Trapshooting Association, National Sporting Clays Association, and Scholastic Clay Target Program.
CCW Safe announced its Gold-level sponsorship of the 2026 A Girl & A Gun National Conference, taking place April 30 to May 3 in Palisade, Colorado. The event brings together hundreds of women from over 300 chapters for training, competitive shooting, and educational seminars. CCW Safe representatives including Steve Moses will be present to support the organization's mission of empowering women in firearms safety and self-defense.
Winchester Ammunition sponsors Richard Childress Racing's No. 3 Chevrolet driven by Austin Dillon at the Jack Link's 500 at Talladega Super Speedway on April 26, featuring Winchester Long Beard® XR® turkey ammunition and National Wild Turkey Federation branding.
Pyramyd AIR announced that Hatsan Airguns has become the Platinum Sponsor for the 2026 Pyramyd Cup, taking place August 5th-8th at Cardinal Shooting Center in Marengo, Ohio. The partnership supports the premier airgun competition featuring 100-Yard Benchrest, Field Target, and Gunslynger disciplines. Registration opens April 23rd at noon eastern.
Sons of Liberty Gun Works is the Title Sponsor of the Texas Tactical Police Officers Association Conference, showcasing its MK1, L89, and EXO3 rifle platforms at Range Day and the Vendor Show. SOLGW will also co-sponsor an after-hours social event with Born Primitive Tactical and Silencer Shop.
HEVI sponsored the Kansas One Shot Turkey Hunt (April 16-18, 2026) in El Dorado, Kansas, which paired youth hunters with celebrities and dignitaries to promote wildlife conservation and hunting heritage. The event raised funds for turkey habitat restoration, Kansas State University research, and conservation education while allowing attendees to field-test HEVI's turkey loads including HEVI-13, HEVI-18, Magnum Blend, and HEVI-Bismuth.
Content King Media Inc., led by Ralph, Vicki, RJ, and Aubrey Cianciarulo, announced a partnership with MTM Case-Gard, a storage solutions manufacturer. The collaboration will produce innovative campaigns and engaging content, combining Content King Media's creative direction with MTM Case-Gard's product line.
Gun Tote'n Mamas, a leading women's concealed carry handbag provider, returns as a diamond sponsor for the 2026 A Girl and A Gun National Conference in Grand Junction, Colorado, April 30–May 3. The company will showcase its latest products and provide exclusive merchandise to attendees.