Making a difference by supporting the Air Force Museum Foundation is as easy as ABC! Curious about how to support us and about the impact you’ll make? Read on to learn the many ways to lend our nonprofit a helping hand – and to see just how much your purchase or donation can help!
Attractions tickets
Your Attractions purchase directly supports the Foundation. Use your tickets on simulator rides, films at the Air Force Museum Theatre, or a set of customized dog tags.
After Dark: Bombers & Brews
The Foundation holds After Dark events each year for adults ages 21+ – Swing the Night Away in February and Bombers & Brews in November.
Corporate sponsorships
We’re grateful to our corporate sponsors, whose support has made so many amazing things come to life at the Museum – education programs, exhibits both permanent and temporary, and much more.
Donations and Data Plates
Making a direct donation and honoring a hero with a Legacy Data Plate are both excellent ways to support the Foundation.
Education
Helping to make STEM education opportunities available to the community is a key way our donors’ dollars make a true and lasting impact.
Fun events
When you attend one of the Foundation’s ticketed events, your ticket purchase helps support our 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization. We host After Dark events twice per year and more!
Giving Tuesday
Each year, the Foundation takes part in this annual day of giving. It’s a great way to support a great cause – whether you’re donating for the first time or have given for decades. Join us on Dec. 3 for this year’s event by visiting us on social media.
Host Your Event
The Foundation coordinates external usage of Museum facilities. We accommodate groups of all sizes – check us out for your next meeting or event!
Introduction to Becoming a Pilot
The Foundation provides support for this free program, which is designed to inspire and educate students ages 14-18 about careers in aviation.
Air Force Museum Foundation
We raise funds and awareness to support the National Museum of the U.S. Air ForceTM mission.
Kettering Model Project
The team at ICA – Art Conservation is currently restoring the Eugene W. Kettering Model Aircraft Collection. The Foundation is pleased to help make this effort possible.
Launchpad Shop ‘N Snack
Located on the Overlook between Buildings 3 and 4, the Launchpad Shop ‘N Snack offers grab-and-go food items, iced coffee, bottled beverages, and gift items. Operated by the Air Force Museum Foundation.
Museum Store
When you choose to shop the Air Force Museum Store, either in person or online, your patronage is not just a transaction, it’s a purchase for a shared mission. Find unique items for all ages and interests when you shop and support!
National Museum of the U.S. Air ForceTM
We are the largest external single-source funder for the Museum. Thanks to the generosity of our donors and supporters, we have provided nearly $100 million in financial resources to the Museum in our 60+ year history.
Flying Over the Hump exhibit
One of many exhibits the Foundation has made possible, Flying Over the Hump opened in 2023, thanks to a donation from the Greene County Community Foundation, made possible by the Louise Kendig Jones and Wilfred D. Jones Family Endowment.
Preservation
The Foundation proudly funds preservation efforts for numerous aircraft and artifacts at the Museum.
Quality exhibits
With the help of our donors and sponsors, the Foundation funds STEM and STEAM-related temporary exhibits to attract visitors who might not otherwise visit the Museum. Currently on view is Top Secret: License to Spy, which runs through Monday, December 16. This exhibition is created by Scitech Discovery Centre, Perth, Australia, produced by Imagine Exhibitions, Inc.
Restoration
The Foundation has made several restoration efforts possible at the Museum, including the restoration of the Memphis Belle.
Simulators
A super fun way to support us! Use your Attractions ticket purchase to experience the Movie Ride, Interactive Flight Simulators, or VR Transporter.
Troops & Treats
We’re fiendishly proud to support Troops & Treats, one of the community’s favorite family-friendly Halloween events, each October at the Museum.
United States Air Force
The Foundation is committed to honoring every Airman’s story with a permanent home to inspire future generations. Did you know that we fund the purchase of a USAF birthday treat for Museum visitors each year on Sept. 18?
Volunteer program support
The Foundation proudly provides financial support to the fantastic volunteer program at the Museum.
WiFi
The Foundation provides free WiFi for all Museum visitors. Use it to download our free Air Force Museum Foundation mobile app – get tours, enhanced accessibility features, and content in nine languages.
eXpansion
Ever since our founding in 1960, the Foundation has supported expansion and other capital improvement projects at the Museum.
Young and young at heart
Your support of the Foundation enables the young – and young at heart – to learn about the history of flight, honor those who’ve served, and enjoy an experience like no other.
Zooming into the future
Join us as we celebrate the aviators and heroes of the past and inspire the dreamers of the future.
These are only 26 of the many ways the Foundation has made an impact, and you can help us keep that impact going. Give us a follow on social media to stay up to date and visit our support page to make a difference today.
