Secure storage saves lives
Join Pause to Protect in our mission to end firearm related injuries and deaths.
Secure storage saves lives
Join Pause to Protect in our mission to prevent firearm-related injuries and deaths.
Why secure storage?
Prevents Unauthorized Access
Keeping firearms secure ensures they don’t fall into the wrong hands, especially children or at-risk individuals.
Reduces Theft & Misuse
Secure storage deters gun theft. On average around 200,000 guns are reported stolen in the U.S. every year
Promotes Responsible Ownership
Storing firearms securely is a simple step that makes homes and communities safer.
Free Resources for a Safer Future
Pause to Protect provides a variety of free resources to help individuals and retailers prioritize secure storage. Browse through our most essential resources:
Explore temporary, out-of-home secure storage locations
Map data provided by Pierce’s Pledge
Firearm Business Office Hours
In addition to the FAQ videos below, join us for virtual office hours hosted by firearm industry partners and experienced secure storage program facilitators. These sessions are open to any firearm business (shooting ranges, retailers, instructors, etc.), or any individual interested in secure storage and/or suicide prevention education or services (on-site storage, distributing devices). Advanced registration is requested. Sessions occur monthly:
- First Thursdays at 11 A.M. MST
- Third Wednesdays at 11 A.M. MST
