Ms. 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, ownership and responsibility, Ms. Hammer exemplifies activism. As the creator of the Eddie Eagle GunSafe Program and first woman president of the National Rifle Association, she has significantly impacted her community, state and the nation. To honor her pioneering spirit, the National Rifle Association bestows the Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award in her name.

Recipients of the Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award
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

Click here for the 2009 Marion P. Hammer Woman of Distinction Award Nomination Form. All nominations must be received by November 1 in order to be considered.