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ISTAT FOUNDATION
impact on our industry, " Maiussova said
of the support from the Foundation.
This year marks 30 years of giving
for the ISTAT Foundation. To date,
the Scholarship Committee alone has
awarded over US$4 million to talented
and deserving individuals. This trend
continues in 2024 for the committee,
been able to help so many very worthy
students pursue their goals of a career
in the aviation industry. "
Identifying and developing
promising students through financial
support and practical opportunities
to network, gain experience and
additional certifications ensures a
Partnering with the Foundation directly contributes
to developing a skilled and diverse workforce. It aligns
companies with a cause that drives global impact and
provides a meaningful way to contribute to corporate
goals. Individuals and ISTAT member companies are
encouraged to get involved.
chaired by Andy La Stella of AirCapital.
Notably, over US$440,000 was
awarded to 43 deserving students. The
diverse recipient pool represents 28
universities in 11 different countries.
When asked about the most recent
giving cycle, La Stella said, " It's been
an honor and a privilege to be part
of the scholarship program. We have
steady flow of skilled professionals
who are well-prepared to meet industry
demands. Past scholarship recipients
such as those mentioned in this
passage, as well as the hundreds of
others who have been supported by the
Foundation in the last 30 years, bring
fresh ideas, backgrounds and skills to
the industry.
Despite all that has been
accomplished through the Foundation's
30 years of giving, there is still an
unprecedented demand for more
support. Every year, each Foundation
giving program, including the
Scholarship Program, receives a
significant amount of interest for limited
funds. The ISTAT Foundation is grateful
for the continued partnership and
support from ISTAT, but the Foundation
also relies on separate support from
individuals and corporations.
Partnering with the Foundation
directly contributes to developing
a skilled and diverse workforce. It
aligns companies with a cause that
drives global impact and provides
a meaningful way to contribute to
corporate goals. Individuals and ISTAT
member companies are encouraged to
get involved. Make
a difference today
by scanning the QR
code to support the
ISTAT Foundation
with a donation.
Ashwini Krishnan is an asset valuation
manager at AVITAS Inc.
To learn more, contact foundation@istat.org.
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