Accelerate. Innovate. Aviate. Capital Campaign Donors
At WSU Tech, we’re embarking on an extraordinary journey that will propel aviation and advanced manufacturing training to new heights. Our new state-of-the-art facility at the National Center for Aviation Training is designed to foster collaboration and innovation, preparing students to lead the future of these critical industries.
Whether you’re an individual passionate about shaping the future of these industries or a business ready to invest in the next generation of talent, there’s a place for you to leave a lasting legacy. Every contribution supports our mission of preparing students for careers that will build and sustain the future of aviation and advanced manufacturing.
Aviate Society
Gifts exceeding $1,000,000+



Innovate Circle
Gifts of $250,000-999,999



Accelerate Supporters
Gifts of $25,000-249,000
- Snap-On Incorporated
- Koch Industries
- Colby Sandlian
- Dwane L. and Velma Lunt Wallace Foundation
- Premier Food Service
- Scott & Janet Schwindaman
- C. L. Marshall Family
- INTRUST Bank
- Dee Rolph
- Charlie & Marla Chandler
- The Docking Family
- Forvis Mazars, LLP
- Roger D. & Irene Lowe
- Dr. Sheree & David Utash
- Aerospace Systems & Components, Inc.
- Emprise Bank
- Doug, Suzanne & Malachi Scott
- Bill & Traci Pickert Family Fund
- American Income Life Insurance Company
- Air Capital Flight Line
- Co-Co Properties LLC
- Commerce Bancshares Foundation
- P.B. Hoidale Co., Inc.
- Steven J. Feilmeier
- Bill & Shelly Moore
- Collyer & Jami Burbach Family
Skyline Club | Inspired by Rosie the Riveter
Gifts of $10,000–$24,999
Supporters helping complete one of Kansas’ most significant workforce development projects.
- Doug & Kathi Stark
- Grumpy Old Men
- Mary Lynn & William L. Oliver Jr.
- Lee Aerospace
- Robert & Sharol Rasberry Fund at the Wichita Foundation
- Stan & Gretchen Andeel
- Susayn Brandes
- Adam & Meredith Olson
- Doug & Sheryl Wohlford | Automation-Plus, Inc.
- Phil & Cheryl Near
Friends of the Bonanza | Inspired by Olive Ann Beech
Gifts of $5,000–$9,999
Celebrating visionary leaders whose investments help prepare tomorrow’s workforce.
- Nicole & Chad Alexander
- Cynthia Carnahan
- Fred & Sue Berry
- The Frye Family
- Dyan Thornton
- IMA Foundation
- 1440 Ventures Foundation, Inc.
- Cathy & Mark McClain
Aviation Pioneers | Inspired by Amelia Earhart
Gifts of $2,500–$4,999
Recognizing donors who inspire students to pursue bold dreams and meaningful careers.
- Reginald & Alicia Thompson
- Jeff & Maggie Topping
- Enrique Villars
- Michele Gifford
- Andrew & Dakoda Nichols
- Courtney & Jeremy Sendall
- Gregory Stroud
- Kara Hunt
- Kyle, Johnna, Emma & Amelia Hart
Future Makers | Inspired by Eleanor Roosevelt
Gifts of $1,000–$2,499
Supporting innovation, opportunity, and the next generation of skilled professionals.
- Matt & Patty Hesse
- John & Peggy Schwendeman
- Lily Wu
- Pete & Bridgette Geoghegan
- Rick Muma & Rick Case
- Travis & Katie Grover
- Jeannetta L. Miner
- Marilyn DeBoer
- Bryan & Cindy Hoover
- William & Lynne Tinker
- Richelle Knotts
- Amber Neises
- Amanda & Chris Duncan
- Jeffrey Langley
Flight Path Partners | Inspired by Mary Chance VanScyoc
Gifts of up $999
Helping students take the first step toward successful careers in high-demand industries.
- Advance Catastrophe Technologies, Inc.
- Pete & Suzi Meitzner
- The Rogers Family
- Rebecca Zinabu
- Sierra Scott & Harrison Schenk
- Terri Shippen
- Megan Feeney
- Clarke Carnahan
- Lee Media Group
- James Austin
- Angela Sundaram
- Joanne Pafume
- Ben Sauceda
- Michael Lavin
As of August 20, 2026
