Take your shot for a great cause during the Annie Oakley Takes a Shot at Cancer Shootout at Defense Depot. Test your marksmanship in a fun .22-caliber competition while helping raise money for the American Cancer Society.
All proceeds from event entry fees will be donated to the American Cancer Society.
Event Details
- Date: Sunday, November 15, 2026
- Time: 11:00 a.m.–6:00 p.m.
- Location: Defense Depot, 2885 E County Rd 800N, Mattoon, IL 61938
- Entry Fee: $40 per competitor
- Membership Required: No
Competitors may participate anytime during the scheduled event hours. Range staff must be present for shooting and scoring.
Course of Fire
Each competitor will complete:
- 12 shots with a .22 LR pistol
- 10 shots with a .22 lever-action rifle
Bullseye Raffle Entries
Every competitor automatically receives one entry into the Glock .22 LR pistol raffle.
Each shot that lands in the target’s 10-ring bullseye earns the competitor an additional raffle entry.
The raffle drawing will take place on Monday, November 16, 2026, and the winner will be announced on the Defense Depot Facebook page.
Competition Prizes
First Place
- Free one-year Platinum Family Membership
- Existing members will receive a one-year membership extension
- $50 Tap 45 gift card
Second Place
- $50 Defense Depot gift card
- $25 Tap 45 gift card
- Total value: $75
Third Place
- $25 Defense Depot gift card
- Free appetizer from Tap 45
Competitor Firearm Discount
Every competitor will receive a coupon for 10% off their next firearm purchase at Defense Depot.
The coupon cannot be combined with other discounts. Additional exclusions or manufacturer restrictions may apply.
Registration
Purchase this listing to reserve your competition entry.
All range rules and safety requirements apply. Any firearm prize transfer is subject to all applicable federal and Illinois laws, identification requirements, eligibility verification, waiting periods, and background-check approval.
Don't want to shoot, but still want to help. Not a problem. Donations can be made directly to the American Cancer Society HERE
