About

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What are you?

Pink Pistols Chicago is a 501(c)(3) public charity registered in Illinois. Donations to Pink Pistols Chicago are tax-deductible under Section 170 of the Internal Revenue Code. Find more information on our disclosures page.

From our bylaws:

We advance the safety and education of the LGBTQ community and other underserved populations by providing firearms safety instruction, education on the safe and lawful use of firearms for self‑defense, and community programs available to the public that promote responsible firearms practices.

From the national Pink Pistols group:

We are a shooting group that honors diversity and is open to all shooters. We help bring new shooters into the practice and provide a fun social environment for all our members. We work to build bridges between the shooting community and other communities, such as those based on alternative sexualities. We advocate the use of lawfully-owned, lawfully-concealed firearms for the self-defense of the sexual minority community.

Where do you meet up?

Typically we shoot at either Maxon or Shore Galleries. Check out our calendar for more info on upcoming events.

How do I sign up?

We align with the policy of the national Pink Pistols organization of not keeping a list of members and never charging dues. Our events are open to the public and anyone may self-identify as a member of the Pink Pistols. We have no voting members and are managed by the Board of Directors of our not-for-profit organization.

What are your politics?

The Pink Pistols is a “single-issue” organization that focuses our efforts on the safe, legal, and effective use of firearms for self-defense. The Chicago chapter leadership would not describe themselves as “apolitical”, but we do not take a public stance on behalf of the organization for issues that do not relate to our core mission.

Who’s in charge of this thing?

Want to help out? Send an email to [email protected] and let us know!

Raye Evtuch (they/them)

President
Raye is an Illinois certified concealed carry license instructor. You can learn more about their classes and online educational content at the Ready Rainbow website.