LAKE ORION, Mich. – Former Detroit Lions center Frank Ragnow’s Rags Remembered Foundation raised more than $100,000 during its fourth annual Skeet Shoot Showdown, helping fund programs that support grieving families through outdoor experiences and community connection.
The fundraising event was held on Friday, June 12, 2026, at Bald Mountain Shooting Range in Lake Orion and drew participants to a 14-station clay-shooting tournament, followed by an awards dinner, auction, and a program highlighting the foundation’s impact.
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The nonprofit focuses on providing therapeutic outdoor experiences for grieving families and disadvantaged youth.
Proceeds from the annual Skeet Shoot Showdown help fund initiatives, including Camp Huddle Up, the foundation’s annual day camp at YMCA Camp Ohiyesa.
This year’s camp was held on June 13 and brought together more than 25 children and their family members for a day of fishing, archery, and fellowship.
Ragnow spent time with campers and their families throughout the event, helping create opportunities for participants to connect with one another while honoring the memories of loved ones they have lost.
The foundation says its programs are designed to promote healing through outdoor recreation and shared experiences, providing families with a supportive environment as they navigate grief.
Top honors at the 2026 Skeet Shoot Showdown went to Steve Mitchell, who earned Overall Top Shooter recognition, while The Ciaffone Party captured first place in the team competition.
Since its founding, the Rags Remembered Foundation has expanded its efforts to provide meaningful outdoor opportunities that encourage healing, resilience, and connection among families facing loss.