"NRA was originally founded in 1871 to promote training and competition. Later, a third added mission was defending the Second Amendment. I have voiced a need to focus on these three core missions as a foundational part of NRA 2.0. Having been a multi-discipline Instructor and Training Counselor for many years, I have personally worked with several thousand new gun owners. Often the first face of the NRA, trainers play an important role in representing our organization. Competition hones important shooting skills, and we must embrace it - and cannot leave it behind. We must also support our state associations as they are the front line for NRA programs in each state. With NRA 2.0, it's time to focus on our member's needs and fulfill our core missions. "

Todd Ellis has been a member of the NRA Board of Directors since 2020. He is an  NRA Benefactor Life member and an ardent supporter of NRA-ILA, Law Enforcement, Scouting, competitive shooting, and firearm training.

He is President of Pennsylvania’s NRA-affiliated State Association, KRPA, an ardent supporter of Second Amendment rights, advising legislators, candidates, and key groups. Mr. Ellis is a sworn Auxiliary Police Officer,  an Education & Training Department-appointed State Training Counselor Liaison for Pennsylvania, and a proponent of safe firearms education at all levels, all disciplines.

Mr. Ellis is a competitive smallbore rifle shooter and certified Level 2 Rifle Coach in Smallbore and High Power. A  National Outstanding Eagle Scout awardee, he has authored NRA Foundation grant applications for Scouting Councils in multiple states. He is actively involved as a chair or committee member of multiple Friends of NRA committees in PA. He is a businessman, fundraiser, and contributor for youth shooting programs, Scout education scholarships, and underprivileged youth programs.

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