Empowered grass roots gun violence prevention

States United to Prevent Gun Violence is the only national organization that supports independent, state-led gun violence prevention groups.

Our Call to Action

We envision a future where all states are connected in a powerful national network to end gun violence. What happens in one state impacts another. The only way to make progress at scale is to work together. States United to Prevent Gun Violence (SUPGV) serves as the bond between the states – linking, supporting, and advancing their work.

SUPGV is calling for unity and collaboration among all 50 states. We aim to empower, educate, and mobilize advocates at every level. Gun violence does not stop at state lines – and neither should our efforts to end it.

States United to Prevent Gun Violence EnoughTraining & Convenings

Host annual national conferences, quarterly virtual trainings, and monthly affiliate calls to foster learning, alignment and resource sharing.

Affiliate Growth

Invest in new state groups with resources for training, fundraising, branding, and leadership to support affiliate success.

Bridging Gun Violence Prevention & Community Violence Intervention

Foster collaboration between gun violence prevention and community violence intervention organizations, advancing equity and shared goals.

National Partnerships

Ensure affiliates have a seat at the table by engaging constructively with national organizations and partners. Work with national groups to encourage true partnerships with Affiliates that promotes deference and decision making to State groups.

Policy Expertise & Advocacy Training 

Provide expert guidance, model legislation, and access to a national library of speakers and policy templates tailored to state political realities. We equip states with what they need to lead such as skills for testimony, lobbying, and grassroots mobilization while respecting 501(c)(3)/(c)(4) boundaries. 

Affiliate Awards Program

Provide platforms for thought leadership in philanthropy and facilitate joint funding opportunities. Offer annual unrestricted financial support to affiliates for operating costs, expansion of staff and/or training opportunities.

Why We Do It

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Firearms are now the No. 1 killer of children and teens in America since 2020, having surpassed motor vehicles accidents.
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Our 31 state groups are working to build healthy communities by reducing gun death and injury through stronger laws, community education, and grassroots action.
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Lives taken by gun violence every day. Firearm suicide makes up 2/3 of all gun deaths and 1/2 of all suicides.
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We strive toward a 50-state solution to end gun violence by supporting state-based gun violence prevention groups and bringing new partners into the movement.

Our State Affiliates

Our 27 state affiliates are independent gun violence prevention groups that primarily focus on education and advocacy in their home states. There are no fees associated with becoming an affiliate. All affiliate organizations have access to the services and support provided by States United to Prevent Gun Violence. Scroll over a state to identify its affiliate, then click on the link to learn more.