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About Us
Mission
Preserve the Legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen through the promotion, creation and support of STEM programs such as Young Eagles and scholarships for young people across the Low Country who aspire to explore career fields in Aviation.
History
Founded in 1998, our chapter hopes to carry on the legacy of the Tuskegee airmen that trained at Walterboro army airfield. Throughout the year, we support events in the Walterboro and Charleston, SC area. All proceeds support youth-related activities and annual scholarships. Please checkout our Facebook page to view the many activities we host and participate in around the community. The Tuskegee Airmen Inc, Hiram E. Mann Chapter is a nonprofit organization that is tax-exempt under section 501(c)(3) based in the low country. Dedicated to preserving and teaching the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen. Our mandate is to introduce youth to different aviation and STEM related career fields.
Vision
To give the Past a Future, through mentorship and support for our youth, using the values and tenants used by the Tuskegee Airmen.
We believe in three key “Pillars” –Legacy, Community and Freedom-
1. Legacy: The reason why we exist is the selfless actions the Tuskegee Airmen took to succeed despite adversity.
2. Community: The center pillar that holds up our values, standing and bracing our values originating from a solid foundation.
3. Freedom: Our power to give the past a future through innovation and STEM concepts as we navigate through the 21 century
Goals/Objectives
1. Preserve the Legacy of the Tuskegee Airman – Continue to share the story and experience of this part of American History.
2. Forge community and corporate partnerships that support youth development in character and academics.
3. Provide scholarships to deserving applicants pursuing flight training and/or education in aerospace disciplines.
Informational Links
Tuskegee airmen inc national website
Hiram E Mann Bio
Amelia Jone Bio
History of Walterboro Army Airfield
Tuskegee Airmen memorial marker
Help Our Cause
Your support and contributions will enable us to meet our goals of developing aviation programs in the low country. Help up keep the legacy of the Tuskegee airmen alive!