Madison Society Foundation

Madison Society Foundation started in 1996 when Col Virgil McVicker and likeminded patriots saw the need for an organization dedicated to defending constitutional rights. In 2001, the foundation received 501(c)(3) tax-exempt status from the US government. What began as a gun control awareness non-profit evolved into a training organization offering CCW certification courses—all while maintaining its core mission of Second Amendment litigation and legal defense.

They offer multiple certification options:

• •Initial Concealed Carry Weapon Course - $135 (includes range days held Saturday following completion)
• •Utah CCW Course - $60 (two 4-hour sessions, accepted in 31 states)
• •Arizona CCW Course - $50 (two 5-hour sessions, accepted in 36 states)
• •Renewal CCW Course - $75 (8 hours total, accepted by Turlock PD, Modesto PD, Oakdale PD, and multiple county sheriffs)
• •Re-Shoot/Add a Gun - $40 (qualify additional firearms for your permit)
• •Non-Lethal Protection Class - $85

Mandatory Equipment: - Your handgun(s) for qualification - 4 magazines or speed loader per firearm - Hearing protection - Eye protection - Belt with pants that have belt loops - Comfortable shoes (no flip-flops, sandals, or heels) - Notepad and pencil/pen

• •Ammunition: 50 rounds of factory-new, full-metal jacket ammunition per firearm. No reloads.

• •Food: Bring your own lunch, dinner, and snacks. Classes run rain or shine with minimal food service breaks.

Their renewal courses are accepted by: - Turlock, Modesto, and Oakdale Police Departments - San Joaquin County Sheriff - Merced County Sheriff - Tuolumne County Sheriff - Calaveras County Sheriff - Mariposa County Sheriff - Sacramento County Sheriff

Madison Society Foundation functions as more than a training provider. The organization actively fights Second Amendment cases through the court system. When they identify litigation challenging constitutional rights, their board files Amicus Briefs in support of defense. All membership dues and donations—which are tax-deductible—directly fund this legal offensive.

Federal Tax ID: 88-0488787

"Our total focus and commitment are to using the courts at all levels to preserve our rights as citizens."

The foundation maintains a non-partisan stance with one exception: they honor and support military members, law enforcement, retirees, and veterans. Several veteran members serve as resources to support fellow veterans and help reduce veteran suicides in their community.

Madison Society Foundation operates entirely on volunteer labor—no paid staff. Funding comes from: - Membership dues - Donations (tax-deductible) - Shooting events and competitions - Fundraising dinners - Special drawings

Contact Information: 210 S. Sierra Ave., Suite 204 Oakdale, California 95361 [email protected] (209) 318-5730