2024 Survey Summary: Firearm Violence Prevention Strategies

Firearm violence is a public health crisis, killing more than 45,000 Americans each year and becoming the leading cause of death for children in the United States in 2020. Firearm injuries and death contribute to health inequities as communities of color, especially black men and boys, face highly disproportionate risks for firearm-related harm. This public health crisis and social justice issue is preventable, and health funders have an important role to play in advancing firearm violence prevention efforts. GIH conducted a survey in September 2024 about funder engagement in firearm violence prevention. This fact sheet summarizes the survey results with a total sample of 81 health funders.