Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation Awards Nearly $40,000 in Grants to USA Clay Target League Programs Across 28 States.
Clay Target athletes and teams across America are getting a boost this spring, as grant funds awarded by the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation will bolster USA Clay Target League operations in 28 states. The programs generously being awarded grants from the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation are:
| Alabama | Kansas | Montana | South Carolina |
| Arizona | Kentucky | Nebraska | South Dakota |
| California | Louisiana | New York | Texas |
| Colorado | Maryland | North Carolina | Utah |
| Georgia | Michigan | North Dakota | Virginia |
| Idaho | Minnesota | Oklahoma | Wisconsin |
| Iowa | Missouri | Oregon | Wyoming |
An additional grant was provided to offset costs for students participating in the USAHSCTL National Championship, held July 8th-12th, 2026 in Mason, Michigan.
“RMEF is pleased to support the USA Clay Target League and its role in introducing youth to outdoor shooting sports,” said Kyle Weaver, RMEF president and CEO. “RMEF’s mission includes promoting our hunting heritage and conserving wildlife habitat for future generations, and those objectives align with the USA Clay Target League’s success in providing outdoor participation opportunities to tens of thousands of young athletes across America each year.”
With over 55,000 participants in 2025, the League is the most successful clay target shooting sports program in America and the only “100% School-Approved” program in the nation. Nearly 2,000 high schools and colleges nationwide participate in the Leagues programs each year.
“The generous awards from RMEF are very important for keeping costs down for athletes, parents, schools, and teams.” John Nelson, President of the USA Clay Target League, said. “The League prides itself on being an affordable option for schools, and generous sponsors like the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation are very important to keeping these participation opportunities available.
About the USA Clay Target League:
The League is the only 100% school-approved clay target shooting sport program in America and the League’s co-ed and adaptive nature are key attractions to schools nationwide. The League is fully Title IX compliant with both male and female athletes competing on the same team. Additionally, it’s an ‘adaptive’ sport, which allows students with physical disabilities to take part.
The League’s priorities are safety, fun, and marksmanship – in that order.
The League is the safest sport in school, with not one reported injury since the inception of the League in 2001. Each athlete must complete firearm safety certification before participation.
Visit https://usaclaytarget.com/ for more information.
About the Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation:
The Rocky Mountain Elk Foundation is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization that is recognized as one of the foremost big game conservation organizations in the United States. Founded in 1984 and fueled by hunters, RMEF is regularly called upon to provide science-based knowledge and relationship-building skills to advance strategic wildlife and habitat conservation.
In addition to conserving and stewarding the best of elk country, RMEF believes that responsible hunting plays a pivotal role in conserving and enhancing our natural heritage. RMEF is a leading advocate for legislation and policies that advance the interests of sportsmen and women and supports programs nationwide that engage youth and adults in outdoor activities.
Now in its fifth decade of conservation accomplishment and fueled by hunters, RMEF has conserved more than 9.1 million acres for elk and other wildlife. RMEF also works to open and improve public access, fund and advocate for science-based resource management, and ensure the future of America’s hunting heritage. Discover how RMEF is Conserving America’s Big Game at rmef.org or 800-CALL ELK.
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