Together, We Open Doors
Help young people explore careers as pilots, aircraft mechanics, dispatchers, ramp and ground operations professionals, and leaders throughout Alaska’s aviation industry.
Strengthen Alaska’s Aviation Workforce
By investing in rural youth, you help build the skilled workforce needed to keep Alaska’s communities connected, supplied, and moving forward.
Build Confidence and Opportunity
Give young people the skills, experience, and connections they need to see themselves as valued members of Alaska’s aviation industry.
Carry Ellen’s Legacy Forward
Ellen Paneok opened doors through courage, determination, and a love of aviation. Together, we can create opportunities for the next generation to find their own place in the industry.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Yes. Donations are tax-deductible to the extent allowed by law, and receipts are provided for donor records.
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Your donation supports aviation opportunities for rural Alaskan youth, including scholarships, training costs, mentorship, career guidance, and program support. If you would like your gift to support a specific program or scholarship, you may designate your donation for that purpose. Every contribution helps remove barriers and open doors for the next generation of Alaska aviators.
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Yes. We welcome volunteers, mentors, aviation partners, and community supporters. Whether you’d like to help with events, mentor students, support training programs, or share your aviation experience, we’d love to hear from you. Please contact us to learn how you can get involved.
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Yes. We accept in-kind donations that support our mission, including aviation supplies, training materials, equipment, services, event support, and other items that help rural Alaskan youth access aviation opportunities. Please contact us before making an in-kind donation so we can confirm it fits current program needs and provide proper documentation for your records.
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Yes. You may make a donation in honor or in memory of someone. If you would like, please include the person’s name and any special instructions with your gift, and we will do our best to acknowledge the tribute appropriately.