The AMA Foundation has a variety of funds that our dedicated donors can choose to support. The ability to choose which fund they contribute to allows each donor to directly impact causes that mean the most to them.
AMA Foundation Funds
The AMA Foundation General Fund allows the AMA Foundation maximum flexibility to make the most impact. Donations to this fund are unrestricted in use, allowing AMA Foundation staff to apply dollars to areas of greatest need, such as the development of a new program or the acquisition of an important museum object or artifact.
The AMA Foundation General Fund also provides financial support for necessary administrative and fundraising costs, so staff can continue to push the AMA Foundation's mission forward.
Make a donation to the AMA Foundation General Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The AMA Foundation Programs Fund provides support to all AMA charitable programs and initiatives, including the following areas:
- Club grants and assistance, such as Disaster Relief Grants, Flying Site Improvement Grants, Club Recognition & Reward Grants, and the Al Kanser AMA AED Save A Life Grant
- Educational programming, events, and initiatives, such as STE(A)M curriculum development and distribution and the AMA Model Aviation Experience sponsored by Wing simulator trailer
- Capacity-building initiatives at and for AMA, such as maintaining and improving the International Aeromodeling Center and enabling staff to better serve members
Make a donation to the AMA Foundation Programs Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The AMA Foundation Museum Patron Program Fund provides direct support to the National Model Aviation Museum. Contributions support the museum's mission to preserve and showcase the history of model aviation to visitors, students, and communities. You have the option of becoming a Museum Patron at the $25 Patron level, $100 Supporting level, or become a Museum Life Patron for a one-time payment of $1,000.
Make a donation to the AMA Foundation Museum Patron Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The AMA Foundation Endowment Fund provides predictable funding in perpetuity to the AMA Foundation. The fund is structured so that the principal amount invested remains intact, while the investment earnings are available for operational and program use. The Endowment Fund allows the AMA Foundation to draw investment earnings for permanent operational support and expenses, so that annual donations go directly to charitable programs.
Your gift to the Endowment Fund is one that will keep giving year after year—a continuation of your legacy for generations to come.
Make a donation to the AMA Foundation Endowment Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The AMA Foundation Education Fund directly supports the educational efforts made by AMA and the AMA Foundation. Propelling education through aviation is a key goal of the AMA Foundation, and the effects of AMA's award-winning educational efforts are visible throughout the hobby community.
Your donations make a profound impact on our ability to shape future generations of modelers and secure the future of our hobby.
Make a donation to the AMA Foundation Education Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The AMA Foundation Museum Fund allows the AMA Foundation to directly support the National Model Aviation Museum in Muncie, Indiana. Donations to this fund specifically support preservation and acquisition efforts, enhanced visitor experiences, exhibit developments, and the workshop. The AMA Foundation Museum Fund also provides some support for necessary administrative and fundraising costs.
Make a donation to the AMA Foundation Museum Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
Established in 2001, the AMA Walk of Fame at the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana, is designed in the shape of a large propeller and signifies the history of our hobby with honored and memorialized names.
Purchasing a brick in the Walk of Fame permanently includes your name, or the name of an honoree, along this scenic walk. It's a permanent testimony to your continuing support of the hobby. Walk of Fame bricks are available in different shapes, colors, and materials.
Gifts made through Walk of Fame brick purchases go toward maintaining, updating, and sustaining the AMA Walk of Fame.
Purchase a Walk of Fame brick online today. To purchase a brick via phone, call (765) 287-1256, ext. 221. To purchase a brick via mail, download, fill out, and mail this form to the AMA Foundation at the following address:
AMA Foundation
5161 E. Memorial Dr.
Muncie, Indiana 47302
Donations to the AMA Foundation Site Development Fund are used for improvements to the International Aeromodeling Center in Muncie, Indiana. Additionally, this fund provides some support for necessary administrative and fundraising costs, so staff can continue to push the AMA Foundation's mission forward.
Make a donation to the AMA Foundation Site Development Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The AMA Foundation Scholarship Fund has helped graduating seniors and currently enrolled post-secondary students achieve their dreams since 1970 by awarding more than $1.5 million in scholarships.
Scholarships are created through funds donated by aeromodeling organizations, individuals, AMA members, corporations, and a portion of AMA member dues. Gifts to the AMA Foundation Scholarship Fund go toward the creation of multiple individual scholarships.
Make a donation to the AMA Foundation Scholarship Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The Cliff and Nancy Telford Scholarship is given annually to the individual with the best competitive record, based on participation in activities within the AMA and FAI classifications. Both graduating high school seniors and currently enrolled post-secondary students are eligible for this scholarship.
The Cliff Telford Scholarship Fund was created in 2007 after the death of Control Line and RC Pylon pilot Cliff Telford; it was renamed to also honor Nancy Telford in 2022. Gifts to this fund go directly toward the funding and awarding of this specific scholarship.
Make a donation to the Cliff and Nancy Telford Scholarship Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The Ryan M. Sherrow Memorial Scholarship is awarded to a graduating senior based on their overall involvement in the hobby of model aviation.
The Ryan M. Sherrow Memorial Scholarship Fund was created to honor the memory of the late Ryan Sherrow, who was a talented, young RC pilot and dedicated club member. Gifts to this fund go directly toward the funding and awarding of this specific scholarship.
Make a donation to the Ryan M. Sherrow Memorial Scholarship Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The Basil & Dorothy Cooper Memorial Scholarship is awarded annually to a currently enrolled post-secondary student pursuing an engineering or other technical degree related to STE(A)M.
The late Basil Cooper Jr. established this scholarship in memory of his parents. Gifts to this fund go directly toward the funding and awarding of this specific scholarship.
Make a donation to the Basil & Dorothy Cooper Memorial Scholarship Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
The Charles H. Grant Scholarship is awarded based on several important criteria. All facets of an application's background are taken into consideration. A well-rounded applicant may be more qualified than one who excels in only one aspect. This scholarship is only available to graduating high school seniors and is awarded to multiple applicants annually.
Gifts to this fund go directly toward the funding and awarding of this specific scholarship.
Make a donation to the Charles H. Grant Scholarship Fund by calling (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
Fuel your passion. Make an impact on a cause that you're passionate about today.
To donate to one of the above funds, please call (765) 287-1256, ext. 221 or 279.
