Aviation Foundation of Pennsylvania

About the Aviation Foundation of Pennsylvania

The Aviation Foundation of Pennsylvania, a charitable 501(c)(3) organization established in 1998, soars to new heights by investing in the boundless potential of tomorrow’s aviation leaders. Rooted in Pennsylvania’s rich aerospace heritage, our mission is to empower the next generation and the aviation industry through educational scholarships and industry programs. By fostering knowledge and igniting passion, we are propelling the Keystone State’s aviation future forward, ensuring a sky filled with innovation, progress, and Pennsylvania pride.

Statement of Purposes

Board of Directors

President

Sydney Harris– Principal Consultant, BBP Solutions

Treasurer

Ann Dugan-CEO, aduganllc

Secretary

Gabe Monzo– Executive Director, The Arnold Palmer Regional Airport

Board Member

Dirk Jungé– Former CEO and Executive Chairman of the Board, Pitcairn

Board Member

Rick Holes– Vice President, Aviation and Civil Engineering at TranSystems

The Aviation Foundation of Pennsylvania provides funding for the Aviation Council of Pennsylvania’s scholarship programs. Our Mission is to assist applicants in the attainment of their aviation career goals.

Scholarships Offered

  • AVIATION TECHNOLOGY: Includes airframe and powerplant maintenance, avionics, and aerospace engineering. ($1000+)
  • AVIATION MANAGEMENT (the Wilfred M. “Wiley” Post Scholarship) : Includes management of airlines, airports, FBOs, flight schools, and air traffic control. ($1000+)
  • PROFESSIONAL PILOT (the John W. “Reds” Macfarlane and the Arnold Palmer Scholarships) : Includes training for career opportunities related to actually flying aircraft. ($1000+)
  • AVIATION EDUCATIONAL INSTITUTION SCHOLARSHIP: Applicant must be a Pennsylvania-based educational institution or instructive association. Applicant may personally attend training or conduct student career and technical education preparation programs outside of Pennsylvania. ($500-$1000)

Past Scholarship Recipients

  • Brian Hill
  • Jonathan Hutchison
  • Ryan Long
  • Carly Sollenberger
  • Angela Lucabaugh
  • Natalie Hess
  • Ngan HPK Nguyen
  • Andrew Stefanik
  • Alex Oakes
  • Dominic Valentine
  • Millie Faus
  • Gracie Eberly
  • Andrew Stefanick
  • Christian Ehrhart
  • Christian Ehrhart
  • Randall Schuyler
  • Nathan Steigerwalt
  • Addison Flagle
  • Kyle Hendricks
  • Matthew Boyd
  • Kerrigan Batsa
  • Connor Peechatka
  • Brion M. Zacherl
  • Jason Middleby
  • Kate Ruggiero
  • Addison Flagle
  • Brian Maestri
  • Brian Plucknett
  • Tyler Rispoli
  • Brian Behm
  • Christopher Golembeski
  • Jacob Riddle

Donate Today!

The Aviation Foundation of Pennsylvania (AFP) is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to advancing aviation education, programs, and outreach across the Commonwealth. Contributions to AFP are tax-deductible, with our EIN: 23-2934325. Your support helps us inspire the next generation of aviators and aviation enthusiasts.

The Raffle

Each year, the Aviation Foundation of Pennsylvania joins forces with the Aviation Council of Pennsylvania to host a highly anticipated basket raffle at the annual Pennsylvania Aviation Conference. Generously donated items from organizations and businesses across the state make up a variety of themed baskets, creating an exciting experience for conference attendees. Every dollar raised through this raffle is directly allocated to student scholarships, supporting the next generation of aviation professionals and helping to strengthen the future of Pennsylvania’s aviation industry.

Baskets Donated:

  • 2025: 27 baskets (record!)
  • 2024: 23 baskets
  • 2023: 25 baskets

Let’s break these records!

2025 Donors

2024 Donors

2023 Donors

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