FREE GUN SAFES FOR SERVICE MEMBERS, VETERANS, AND THEIR FAMILIES
*All safes have been distributed. If you are are in need of safe storage for your firearm, please reach out to your local health department for additional programs*
In an effort to address the risks associated with accessible lethal means during times of crisis, it is crucial to recognize the importance of reducing access to firearms, medications, alcohol, opioids, and sharp objects for individuals experiencing suicidal thoughts. By creating a greater time and distance barrier between those in crisis and these dangerous objects, we can significantly decrease the risk of suicide and save lives.
As part of the Governor's Challenge to Prevent Suicide, the state of Utah is taking proactive measures to provide assistance to service members, veterans, and their families (SMVF). As part of this initiative, The Utah Department of Veterans & Military Affairs, in partnership with the Utah Department of Health and Human Services and the Utah National Guard, is offering free gun safes to SMVF individuals who may need a secure storage solution for their handguns or long rifles.
Eligibility
1. Service member, Veteran or family member
2. Valid state-issued ID for access to NG sites (DoD ID card required for Hill AFB, National Guard Joint Forces Headquarters in Draper, and the Air National Guard air base)
*This is a confidential process. No personal information will be recorded.
*All safes have been distributed. If you are are in need of safe storage for your firearm, please reach out to your local health department for additional programs*
If you are eligible, or have questions, contact the designated representatives on the list below at the location nearest you. Please be aware that long rifle safes require larger vehicles for pick up.
Utah National Guard Headquarters
12953 South Minuteman Drive, Draper, UT 84020
Contact: Ashley Warren, (801)432-4522, ashley.n.warren.nfg@army.mil
Roland R. Wright Air National Guard Base - Wellness Center
765 N. 2200 West, Building 218, Salt Lake City, UT 84116
Contact: Scott Jones, (801) 245-2524, scott.jones.32@us.af.mil
Regional Training Institute (RTI)
17800 South Camp Williams Road, Building 7150, Bluffdale, UT 84065
Contact: Matt Luker, (801) 878-5037, matthew.m.luker.nfg@army.mil
Browning Armory
625 East 5300, South Ogden, UT 84405
Contact: Rylee Bryan, (801) 499-4099, rylee.a.bryan.nfg@army.mil
Utah Army National Guard Recruiting Station - Spanish Fork
2801 North Main Street, Spanish Fork, UT 85660
Contact: Amber Kennedy, (801) 794-6011,
amber.m.kennedy10.nfg@army.mil
Utah Army National Guard Recruiting Station - Richfield
620 West 200 South, Richfield, UT 84701
Contact: Austin Bozzelli, (435) 896-6442, austin.g.bozzelli.nfg@army.mil
Utah Army National Guard Armory - Cedar City
1065 North Airport Road, Cedar City, UT 84721
Contact: Austin Bozzelli, (435) 867-6513, austin.g.bozzelli.nfg@army.mil
Utah Army National Guard Recruiting Station - St. George
1710 East Commerce Drive, St George, UT 84790
Contact: Erin Henrie, (435) 986-6705, erin.l.henrie.nfg@army.mil
E.J Garn Armory & AASF
7602 South Airport Road, West Jordan, UT 84084
Contact: Amber Silcox, (801) 816-3641, amber.d.silcox.nfg@army.mil
Aaron Butler Readiness Center
17800 South Camp Williams Road, Building 9500, Camp Williams, UT 84065
Contact: Marcie Mock, (801) 878-5353, marcie.n.mock.nfg@army.mil
Utah Army National Guard Recruiting Station - Vernal
220 South 500 East, Vernal, UT 84078
Contact: Krystle Ruppe, (435) 789-3691, krystle.a.ruppe.nfg@army.mil
Thode Armory
10 West Freedom Way, Blanding, UT 84511
Contact: Holly Walker, (435) 678-2008, holly.k.walker6.nfg@army.mil
75 ABW / 388 FW – Hill Air Force Base
Contact your unit’s First Sergeants
Utah Department of Veterans & Military Affairs
550 Foothill Drive, Suite 105, Salt Lake City, UT, 84158
Contact: (801) 326-2372, veterans@utah.gov
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