The EAA Aviation Foundation™ Inc. is the philanthropic arm of EAA®. We generate support and funding for mission-driven programs by connecting with donors who want to inspire, motivate and educate tomorrow’s aviators, leaders, and pioneers.
MISSION
Grow participation in aviation by promoting The Spirit of Aviation™ in mission, action, advocacy, and community.
WAYS TO GIVE
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“I thought EAA played a better role and made more of a difference in promoting aviation, building interest, and all those other good things, including government advocacy. And that’s why I became a donor and why I continue giving to EAA.”
“I thought EAA played a better role and made more of a difference in promoting aviation, building interest, and all those other good things, including government advocacy. And that’s why I became a donor and why I continue giving to EAA.”
Ron Tarrson
EAA Lifetime 504120
Margaret Brill
Vice President
As the Vice President, Margaret sets the direction for and leads the execution of EAA Aviation Foundation’s year-round fundraising strategy. She focuses on mission-based philanthropy that benefits EAA’s numerous education, safety, advocacy, and outreach initiatives. As a private pilot herself, she loves engaging with EAA members to cultivate new donors and strengthen relationships with existing donors.
Emily Johnson
Assistant Operations Manager
Emily Johnson has an extensive career background in project management and administration. As Assistant Operations Manager she helps organize, plan, execute and track numerous initiatives for the Foundation year-round fundraising efforts, as well as assists with other projects throughout the organization. In her free time, she loves to travel with her husband, Andy, and spoil her two fur babies, Archie and Amelia.
Chris Musha
Major Gift Officer
After service in the military and a 23+ year career with the State of Wisconsin, Chris Musha joined EAA Aviation Foundation in 2022 as a Major Gift Officer. Chris works with donors to find out where their passions can make the greatest impact. He also coordinates key fundraising initiatives such as the Aircraft Sweepstakes, Young Eagles Raffle, Giving Tuesday, and Gathering live auction. Outside of work, Chris is happily married with four children. He is actively engaged in supporting other community organizations and their fundraising efforts.
Kim Davis
Major Gift Officer
Kim joined the Foundation team in Fall 2023, bringing a background in marketing, fundraising, and donor development, as well as hands-on experience working with and volunteering for local nonprofit organizations.
As a Major Gift Officer, she manages a portfolio of donors and prospects, leads The Gathering’s silent auction efforts, and develops new opportunities to engage future supporters.
Along with her work at the Foundation, Kim is pursuing her sport pilot certification. Passionate about promoting women in aviation, she actively supports EAA programs and initiatives that encourage women and girls to explore aviation careers. She serves on the WomenVenture planning committee and volunteers with “Girls on the Fly”.
Katie Nietzel
Major Gift Officer
Katie is a Major Gift Officer, cultivating relationships with donors and prospects to support the mission of EAA. She also helps oversee the planning of the Gathering event and enjoys finding new donors who want to share their love of aviation.
Rebecca Greskoviak
Scholarship and Fund Stewardship Coordinator
Becca Greskoviak is the Scholarship and Fund Stewardship Coordinator. In her role she focuses on Flight Training and Post-Secondary Scholarships, Air Academy Camperships, Endowed funds, and stewardship initiatives. Her background in college admissions gives her the expertise to find the most qualified scholarship candidates and create funds that align donor intent with the needs of students and programs. In her free time, she enjoys spending time outdoors, collecting antiques, and spending quality time with my family.