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Marion P. Hammer Woman Of Distinction Award

Marion P. Hammer has influenced many in her fight to preserve Second Amendment freedoms. From her role as lobbyist in the passage of Florida’s Right-to-Carry legislation, to her grassroots efforts in educating youth about firearm safety, Ms. Hammer exemplifies activism and leadership. To honor her pioneering spirit, the National Rifle Association bestows the Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award in her name.

Qualifications for Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award:

To qualify for the Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award, the nominee must have demonstrated two or more of the following qualifications on a State, Regional or Local level.

Recognition for performance in competitive shooting; dedication to hunting ethics and conservation or promotion of recreational shooting activities on a state or local level.
Educational contributions to advance the purposes and goals of the National Rifle Association including appearance and/or writings of significance on a state or local level.
Meritorious performance under perilous conditions through the lawful use of a firearm in defense of self or others.
Protection of the Second Amendment through extensive legislative and/or legal contributions at the state or local level.
Promotions of NRA programs, goals and issues in a volunteer capacity at the state or local level, that have a recognized positive impact on the organization.

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Nominations are currently closed for consideration for 2024.

Learn More about the Extraordinary Marion P. Hammer

Marion P. Hammer is an American gun advocate and lobbyist who was the first female president of the NRA from 1995-1998. She has been an NRA member all her adult life and had served as second and first vice president before being elected to the NRA’s highest office.

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Recipients Of The Marion P. Hammer Women Of Distinction Award

Year	Names
2016	Ann Marie Rushing
2015	Linda Gilbertson
2014	Carol Katona
2013	Phyllis Herrington
2012	Michele Hunter
2011	Margi Constantino
2010	Janet Nyce
2009	Susan Bierly Marlene Duncan Donna Vandermolen
2008	Linda Hill Cathy Lynch Paula Radcliff Patricia Stoneking
2007	Susan J. Darnall Kate Ferraro-Creigh
2006	Peggy Bodner Kelly Connolly Judy Johnson Susan Tabor
2005	Robin Ball Roxanne Byczkowski Suzi Rouse Alice Tripp

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