Archdiocese of Baltimore Collects Nearly 1,500 Firearms in Ongoing Gun Buyback Program
The Archdiocese of Baltimore has collected nearly 1,500 firearms through its gun buyback program since 2023, with the initiative continuing to expand.
Baltimore, MD, August 9, 2026 —
The Archdiocese of Baltimore has successfully collected nearly 1,500 firearms through its gun buyback program since its inception in 2023. The initiative, aimed at reducing gun violence, has seen continued participation and is in the process of expanding its reach.
The program, which began in 2023, operates by providing individuals with an opportunity to turn in unwanted firearms anonymously in exchange for compensation. The specific details regarding the form of compensation or the exact dates of each buyback event were not provided. However, the cumulative number of firearms collected stands at close to 1,500.
Archdiocesan officials have indicated that the program is ongoing and is looking for ways to broaden its impact. The Archdiocese of Baltimore has not released specific figures on the types of firearms collected, nor has it detailed the number of events held or the locations where these events have taken place. Information regarding the total amount of funds allocated for the buyback program or disbursed to participants was also not made available.
The stated goal of the gun buyback program is to enhance community safety by removing firearms from circulation that could potentially be used in violent incidents. While the exact metrics for the program’s success beyond the number of firearms collected are not yet available, the Archdiocese continues to promote the initiative as a community service.
Further details regarding the expansion plans, operational logistics, and impact assessments of the Archdiocese of Baltimore’s gun buyback program are expected to be released as the initiative progresses.
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