The Future of Youth Shooting Sports | ACME Machine x MidwayUSA Foundation Interview

What does the future of junior marksmanship look like?
Join us for an inspiring conversation between Shaun Beiswanger, Founder of ACME Machine / ACME Rifles, and Zach Abbott, Marketing Specialist with the MidwayUSA Foundation, as they discuss the growth of youth shooting sports, supporting junior programs, and how we can all play a part in shaping the next generation of competitive shooters.

🔹 Topics Covered in This Interview:

- Youth development in competitive shooting
- The mission of the MidwayUSA Foundation
- ACME Machine's investment in junior and veteran shooting programs
- How high school and collegiate shooters can get support
- Opportunities for teams at the CMP National Matches at Camp Perry

🎯 Watch if you're:

- A supporter of youth marksmanship
- A parent or coach looking for resources
- A shooting sports athlete
- Interested in the Civilian Marksmanship Program (CMP)
- Curious about ACME Machine’s custom rifles and partnerships

FAQs

Q: If ACME supports our team through a Friends of NRA (FNRA) grant, can that donation also be matched by the MidwayUSA Foundation if we deposit it into our endowment account?

A: Great question! While ACME is proud to support the efforts of FNRA and help teams pursue grants, whether or not those funds can be submitted to your MidwayUSA Foundation endowment for matching is ultimately determined by FNRA’s grant guidelines. We recommend checking with FNRA or your local NRA Field Representative to confirm if your grant qualifies for endowment deposit and matching opportunities.

Q: Does our team need to be a 501(c)(3) to start a MidwayUSA Foundation endowment?

A: Not necessarily. Your team does not have to be a 501(c)(3), but you do need to be a registered nonprofit organization to open an endowment. The exception is for school-affiliated teams — they can qualify without being a registered nonprofit, as long as they are officially recognized by the school.

🔥 Special Feature:
ACME Machine’s sponsored Junior Team and Veterans Family Brigade will be competing at the 2025 CMP National Matches—backed by the very programs discussed in this interview. Learn how your team can benefit, too.

📍 Learn More:
Visit https://acmerifles.com to explore our rifles, custom builds, and youth sponsorship initiatives.

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