AIR & SPACE FORCES ASSOCIATION

Programs

1. Conference, symposium, event:afa hosts major national events to facilitate ethical dialogue among senior government and military officials, aerospace and other industry leaders, airmen, guardians, media representatives, educators, and interested members of the public and to promote innovation, education, and professional development. Afa's warfare symposium attracted over 9,000 registrants while air, space & cyber conference is our largest annual event with over 17,700 registrants in 2025.

   $6,415,920 spent$15,894,945 earned by the program
   28% of program spending

2. The mitchell institute for aerospace studies:the mitchell institute for aerospace studies harnesses seasoned talent to positively influence the national security debate by cogently articulating how the domains of air, space, and cyber can prudently advance the nation's interests without projecting undue liability and vulnerability. Products include scholarly reports, briefings and various op-eds to help defense policy practitioners, policy experts, airpower enthusiasts and the general public better understand specific topics of interest.restricted mitchell institute contributions totaled $4,820,465. These contributions are excluded from part iii revenue, but were used to execute program operations,

   $4,365,218 spent
   19% of program spending

3. Air & space forces magazine:afa's air & space forces magazine, along with its daily report e-mail newsletter, focuses on news about air force and space force people, missions, policy, technology, and developments, and also highlights insights about the history and heritage of air and space power in the united states. The annual air force & space force almanac is a comprehensive compendium of air & space force facts and figures, from personnel information to historical budget and spending data. It features details on every air force and space force installation and profiles of major aircraft, spacecraft, and weapon systems.

   $2,679,242 spent$833,960 earned by the program
   12% of program spending

4. Stellarxplorers:stellarxplorers inspires over 2,000 high school and middle school students each year toward careers in space and other science, technology, engineering, and mathematics disciplines critical to our nation's future. The core of the program is a national space design competition which provides specific training in the use of industry-standard system simulation software, systems tool kit, as well as an interactive online course as a curriculum supplement and study resource for online quizzes given during the competition. Other elements include summer camps as well as an online alumni group connecting participants with opportunities in the space industry.restricted stellarxplorers contributions totaled $. Thes347,638 contributions are excluded from part iii revenue, but were used to execute program operations.

   $803,359 spentof which $38,595 as grants
   4% of program spending

5. Afa support programs:as a key line of effort in advancing its mission to support and advocate for airmen, guardians, and their families, afa provides vital programs that strengthen quality of life and resilience across the total force community. Through initiatives like the wounded airmen and guardians program and the united forces &families program, afa delivers financial grants, family readiness resources, travel assistance for warriors and caregivers to attend and participate in adaptive sporting and resiliency events. United forces & families specifically advocates for enhanced quality of life for airmen, guardians, and their families through targeted events, direct support initiatives, and the engage publication series, which addresses timely issues impacting military families. Together, these programs reflect afa's enduring commitment to the well-being of those who serve and their loved ones.restricted afa support programs contributions totaled $112,489. These contributions are excluded from part iii, revenue, but were used to execute program operations.

   $262,692 spentof which $50,887 as grants
   1% of program spending

6. Membership:membership dues play a critical role in advancing the Air & Space Forces Association's mission to support and advocate for airmen, guardians, and their families. These funds help sustain key programs, including air & space forces magazine, the wounded airmen and guardians program, and the advocates to inspire military service (aims) initiative. In return, members receive valuable benefits such as a monthly magazine subscription, exclusive product discounts, and reduced registration rates for afa's two signature annual events. The organization operates under the leadership of dedicated volunteer leaders at the national, state, and local levels, with these field leaders forming the association's governing body.

   $1,366,274 spent$2,240,728 earned by the program
   6% of program spending

7. Aerospace education and public awarenessas part of its mission to advocate for aerospace excellence and inspire the next generation of airmen, guardians, and airpower leaders, afa invests in education and public awareness initiatives that advance understanding of the critical role of air and space power. Through scholarships, educator grants, awards, and outreach programs, afa fosters stem education and leadership development opportunities for students, educators, and aspiring aerospace professionals. Strategic partnerships with organizations such as civil air patrol and arnold air society/silver wings expand afa's reach, inspiring youth and young adults to explore careers in aerospace and national security while promoting public appreciation for the air & space forces.

   $537,796 spentof which $312,813 as grants
   2% of program spending

8. Doolittle leadership center:in 2025, the doolittle leadership center (dlc) completed over 50 workshops across three continents, resulting in a 49% increase in participants' self-rated leadership ability. Over 98% said the workshop was extremely helpful or helpful to their own practical leadership. Through these workshops, over 1100 airmen, guardians, and civilians were trained in the lead develop care leadership framework. In addition, the dlc hosted its second annual doolittle raiders memorial toast featuring the air force chief of staff and the space force chief of space operations. The high-profile livestreamed event that reached over 1,000 livestream viewers while the in-person audience of distinguished guests topped 150. In addition, dlc launched its building better leaders podcast by introducing a new episode every two weeks. Through its special conference programs, the dlc connected over 400 cadets with top-level air force and space force leadership in live q&a sessions. The long-term goal of the dlc is to reach the entire air force and space force with the lead develop care model.restricted doolittle contributions totaled $16,842. These contributions are excluded from part…

   $577,642 spent
   3% of program spending

9. Cyberpatriot: cyberpatriot is the afa's national youth cyber education program created to address a vital national need by drawing students to education and careers in stem. The core element of the program is the national youth cyber defense competition which puts over 19,000 middle and high school students in charge of securing virtual networks. Other program elements are afa cyber camps, the elementary school cyber education initiative, a children's literature series and an alumni program to engage students past when they have graduated high school, and cybergenerations, the senior citizens' cyber safety initiative.restricted cyberpatriot contributions totaled $925,500. These contributions are excluded from part iii revenue, but were used to execute program operations

   $2,472,240 spentof which $48,053 as grants$405,731 earned by the program
   11% of program spending

10. Other programs:other program services include the legislative affairs, communications, affinity programs, development operations.

    $3,451,959 spentof which $5,481 as grants$693,950 earned by the program
    15% of program spending

The 10 programs described on its FY2025 Form 990, listed largest first by expense. Program spending in total: $22,932,342.