Gun violence in the United States affects communities everywhere. Approximately half of American adults say they have experienced a gun-related incident, posing a threat to the safety of where we live, work, learn, and play.

Across the country, community-based organizations and local government agencies continue working to prevent gun violence, address this public health crisis, and build safer communities. As a result, the Milken Institute has undertaken extensive research to better understand the scope of gun violence and firearm injuries in the US and identify how untapped areas like business and finance can act on violence prevention.

Our work aims to address research gaps, support improved data infrastructure at the county and state levels, identify new and diverse opportunities for funding models, and spur philanthropic, business, and finance communities to support and drive existing community-led work.