A 2-year-old is dead after unintentionally shooting himself with a gun found hidden between couch cushions in his California home. This unbearable loss shows how quickly access to an unsecured firearm can turn deadly. #EndFamilyFire by always keeping guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo.

Secure storage offers peace of mind by helping prevent misuse while keeping your firearms accessible when it matters most. Learn more about secure storage options for your firearms at endfamilyfire.org. #EndFamilyFire

DYK that unintentional shootings occur more frequently around holidays, including July 4th? The week of Independence Day ranks #2 among all weeks of the year for the highest number of unintentional shootings. But you can #endfamilyfire by storing guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo.

Kids can find anything. Securely storing guns unloaded, locked, and separately from ammunition is proven to prevent tragedies. Keep your eyes out for End Family Fire in New York, where we just kicked off a statewide campaign to reduce firearm-related deaths and injuries.

When our kids visit another home we ask about allergies and supervision. It's time to add another question to that list: “Is there an unlocked gun where my child will play?” Today is ASK day, a reminder that asking about unsecured firearms could save a life. #AskingSavesKids

FACT: 1 in 3 gun-owning parents who thought their kids couldn't access their guns had a child who said they could. Don't take a chance. Keep your guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org. #EndFamilyFire

Every day, 8 kids are injured or killed by unintentional shootings. Secure storage works. Locking your guns can prevent a tragedy—without being a barrier to quick access in an emergency.

Gun suicides comprise the majority of all gun deaths each year, and access to a firearm triples the risk of dying by suicide. Creating barriers such as locking and unloading a firearm can prevent a moment of crisis from turning into a tragedy.

76% of school shooters under 18 got their firearm from the home of a parent or close relative. Storing firearms securely can prevent access and misuse, keeping your loved ones and your community safe. #EndFamilyFire

No matter how much experience you have as a gun owner, it’s good to evaluate your approach to secure gun storage, especially as your life circumstances change. Take this quick assessment to get personalized, practical storage guidance and protect the people you love most. https://bit.ly/4hwlEZc

The safest way to store your firearm is not just locked up, but also unloaded. Remove the magazine, clear the chamber, and double-check that no ammunition remains inside before storing a firearm. An unloaded gun reduces the risk of unintentional injury. #EndFamilyFire

72% of first-time gun owners in the U.S. cite personal protection as their primary motivation for gun ownership. Yet many don’t know the threat an unsecured gun can pose in the home. Secure storage saves lives. Learn more at endfamilyfire.org.

We're joining Strengthening Chicago's Youth with Lurie Children’s Hospital and Illinois Public Health Association to provide healthcare practitioners serving youth with timely, practical guidance on secure storage and youth safety. Register for the webinar at bit.ly/bradyyouthsa....

Someone’s “celebratory gunfire” is not worth another person’s life. Almost 5% of stray bullet deaths and injuries are a direct result of celebratory gunfire. Celebrate the New Year safely and responsibly! ✨

Even if you think your firearms are stored where kids can't access them, consider this: 33% of gun-owning parents who thought their kids couldn't access their guns had a child who said they could.  Don't take a chance. Keep your guns locked, unloaded, and separate from ammo. #EndFamilyFire

The week around Thanksgiving has the third-highest number of unintentional shootings out of all weeks in the year. Keeping firearms unlocked is a recipe for tragedy, especially at times when there are more people in the home. Securely storing firearms saves lives.

Firearm suicide uniquely impacts veterans, with an average of 13 veterans dying by firearm suicide every single day in the U.S. Tomorrow is Veterans Day. As we honor our veterans, let's make sure to talk about mental health and secure firearm storage. It could save a life.

Secure storage offers peace of mind by helping prevent misuse while keeping your firearms accessible when it matters most. Take the next step to store your guns more securely and reduce the risk of family fire in your home. #endfamilyfire

Unsecured firearms can lead to unintentional shootings, suicide, and other tragedies. Secure storage is a simple and powerful way to reduce risk. If your gun is already locked, take the next step and make sure it's unloaded and separate from ammo. Together, we can #EndFamilyFire.

54% of first-time gun owners don’t safely store and secure their firearms. Safe storage can save lives by preventing unintentional shootings and gun suicides. Learn how you can be part of the solution at endfamilyfire.org. #endfamilyfire

"Responsible firearms ownership includes secure storage whether it's safeguarding your firearms from theft, or the insider threat that can encompass a home during a moment of crisis. Creating time and distance in moments of crisis saves lives." - Chris J. #endfamilyfire

As a survivor, Clifford wants to remind his fellow service members about the importance of responsible gun ownership. Over half of all gun deaths in America are suicide. By working together to store guns safely, we can #EndFamilyFire and save lives.

There's only a week left of National Suicide Prevention Month. Have a friend who owns a firearm? ASK them how it's stored. Do you own a firearm? Ensure your gun is stored securely and encourage others to do the same. Together, we can #endfamilyfire. www.endfamilyfire.org

As a teenager, Donna-Marie attempted to use her father’s handgun to end her life—but it was safely stored. Secure storage gave her a second chance at life. Today, she has a family of her own and responsibly stores her guns to keep her teenage children safe. #EndFamilyFire

In honor of Suicide Prevention Month, we partnered with Alexandria, Virginia's Circuit Court Clerk's office to distribute free gun locks featuring suicide prevention information. And our efforts don't stop there. We're working to do the same in other cities to further promote secure gun storage!

Today, Sept 9, is #FirearmSuicidePreventionDay. Over half of all gun deaths in America are suicides. By working together to store guns safely, we can #EndFamilyFire and save lives. Learn more at EndFamilyFire.org

Today is 988 day — a day to raise awareness about the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. A moment of crisis can happen to anyone. In addition to secure storage, getting support is critical to suicide prevention. Call or text 988 for 24/7 free and confidential support.

One thing that can prevent school shootings? Locking up your guns. A shocking 76% of school shooters get their gun from the home. Across America, 4.6 million children live in homes with access to unsecured firearms. If you own guns, lock them up. If you don't, ask others to do so. #EndFamilyFire

You childproof the cabinets. You lock up the cleaning supplies. You move the medicine out of reach. Why not the firearm? Secure firearm storage isn’t about politics — it’s about safety. Protect what matters most. Lock up your firearms.

A moment of crisis shouldn’t be a death sentence. Most suicide attempts occur within minutes of a decision being made, and many don’t end in death. But when a gun is involved, they almost always do. Secure storage gives time. Time saves lives. Lock up your guns.