M-1 for Vets is a program that presents refurbished M-1 Garand rifles to veterans wounded in Iraq and Afghanistan and provides them with opportunities to participate in shooting events and competitions. As of May 2009, over 150 rifles have been given away. The program takes these veterans out to shoot at local matches, the Eastern Games at Camp Butner, the Western Games in Arizona, and for several years has sent a team of these veterans to Camp Perry for the National Matches (covering their entry fees, lodging, and incidentals).

Last year MDShooters members raised over $1100 for the M1 for Vets organization, directly providing a rifle for one wounded vet and helping others attend the National Matches, This year we would like to match or exceed that goal.

The following is an M-1 for Vets flier that contains a more detailed description of what they have been doing and pictures of some of their events.


The rifles used in the presentation are M-1 Garands, purchased with donations, restocked, rebuilt and re-barreled by armorers who donate their time- with parts donated by manufacturers and collectors alike.

In addition, the M1 for Vets organization is fielding High Power teams shooting AR-15’s. Any donations of parts suitable for the construction of NM AR’s are welcome and can be donated directly through JJ.
We would like to remember their service and sacrifice by raising enough money through MDShooters for JJ to purchase a presentation rifle and help defray the costs of sending his team to Camp Perry this year. It typically costs $500 to send a man to Camp Perry for four days and $500 for each presentation rifle.

The rifle will be presented to a veteran on behalf of Maryland Shooters.

Any funds raised in excess of actual expenses are used for additional presentation rifles.


Personally, I don’t think there is a better way to thank these guys for their service and the sacrifices they have made!

More information can be found here: M-1 for Vets

Contributions can be made through the paypal button below, or for those opposed to paypal by sending a check (PM Drmsparks for details)

The fund drive will be open from now till Independence Day!

Thank you for your support!