A Denver program that involves youth in aviation and aerospace pursuits has received a $40,000 grant from The Daniels Fund.
The Herbert L. “Hooks” Jones Chapter of the Tuskegee Airmen, Inc., will receive a $20,000 grant Saturday during a ceremony at the , 7711 E. Academy Blvd.
An additional $20,000 can be rewarded as part of a “challenge” grant based on matching contributions by individuals or other civic-minded organizations, according to a Tuskegee media release.
The Mile High Flight program incorporates aviation, aerospace and the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen to engage local youth.
The program uses an original Tuskegee Airmen six-step principal, “Rise Above,” to inspire youth. The principals are:
• Aim High
• Believe in Yourself
• Use Your Brain
• Never Quit
• Be Ready to Go
• Expect to Win
To contribute to the Tuskegee matching grant go to and click on the donate button at the bottom of the page.
Donations by check or money order can be sent to:
Hubert L. “Hooks” Jones Chapter, Tuskegee Airman Inc., P.O Box 370431, Denver, Colo., 80237.
Kieran Nicholson: 303-954-1822, knicholson@denverpost.com or twitter.com/kierannicholson
