The donation will assist in WTTA’s important work in raising awareness and working to remove misunderstandings around mental health and firearms.
Las Vegas, Nev. (January 2025) – Walk the Talk America (WTTA), a non-profit organization dedicated to bridging the gap between mental health and responsible firearm ownership, thanks Camfour for hosting a fundraising raffle during its 2025 annual trade show, which was held Jan, 4 – 5 at the New Orleans Marriott. $10,000 was raised at the show, which will directly support WTTA’s mission to bridge the gap between mental health and responsible firearm ownership, promoting education and cultural change to reduce negative outcomes from firearms.
The annual trade show brought together industry leaders, dealers, and partners for two days of networking, exclusive deals, and camaraderie in the heart of the Big Easy.
Camfour’s CEO, Brandon Roper, touched on the importance of the fundraiser, “Michael’s tireless pursuit of bridging the gap between mental health and safe firearms ownership is exactly what we need more of in our industry, and I was excited not only to help provide Michael a fundraising opportunity but also to share the importance of the work he is doing. I’m thrilled with the vendors who graciously donated and dealers and employees who supported the raffle.”
The following companies donated items that led to the success:
- Glock
- Springfield
- Mossberg
- Smith and Wesson
- Taurus
- Banish
- Swampfox
- Winchester
TALO Distributors, of which Camfour is a proud member, also contributed to the fundraiser’s success.
“We at TALO have been in talks with WTTA about ways to help spread the word and raise funds for their mission. We are hopeful this is the first step of a successful future partnership and are glad to partner with our vendors and members to help such a worthy cause,” said Kane Cannedy, President & Executive Director of TALO Distributors.
WTTA was honored to have a table at the event, and the funds raised through the raffle will significantly contribute to providing mental health education, training, and resources tailored to the firearms community. Camfour’s ongoing support underscores its commitment to fostering positive change within the industry.
“I was excited when Brandon approached me with the idea of this fundraising opportunity and ecstatic that the attendees supported our mission,” said Michael Sodini, Founder of WTTA. “Their generosity and support help us continue our mission of saving lives and changing perceptions about mental health in the firearms community.”
As Camfour celebrates over 70 years as a national wholesaler of firearms, ammunition, and accessories, its commitment to innovation, community, and industry leadership is evident. WTTA applauds their dedication and looks forward to future partnerships.
To learn more about Camfour, visit www.camfour.com or call 1-800-FIREARM.
For more information about Walk the Talk America and how you can support their mission, visit www.walkthetalkamerica.org.
About Walk the Talk America:
WTTA, the brainchild of Sodini, a firearms industry veteran, spearheaded a movement within the firearms industry to bridge the gap between mental health and responsible firearm ownership to reduce suicide by firearm and gun violence. Through educational programs, podcasts, and training programs, WTTA is paving the way for educating mental health professionals about gun culture and breaking down the negative stigmas around mental health for gun owners. Through its various programs and offerings, such as mental health videos for firearms instructors, instructional flyers and slides for firearms instructors, classes in Cultural Competence, and Introductory Courses in The Intersection of Guns and Mental Health, WTTA is leading the conversation and opening doors throughout the firearms and mental health industries. https://walkthetalkamerica.org/
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