Cadet Character & Leadership Foundation

CCLF was able to upgraded previously purchased aircraft and placed in service to be used in flight instruction of cadets who lack the financial resources to obtain an FAA private pilots license. The amount of grants used for aircraft improvements for 2022 totaled $7,605. Also, CCLF made contributions to the efforts of the Civil Air Patrol by upgrading a mobile kitchen trailer and truck used to support cadet training activities and emergency service operations. Additional support of cadet activities and upgrades to Civil Air Patrol vehicles and equipment totaled $64,233 for 2022.

Leadership scholarships totaling $6,030 for 2022, were awarded to under-resourced Civil Air Patrol cadets to attend leadership development activities.Powered aircraft flight instruction grants to under-resourced cadets in 2022 totaled $6,421.In addition, CCLF granted funds for the development of a flight simulator and corresponding simulator instruction program. This instructor pilot led program will allow cadets to gain valuable simulated flight time before transitioning to actual flight. The amount of grants used in 2022 totaled $12,306. CCLF also granted funds for cadets to participate in the Air Force Associations annual National Youth Cyber Defense Competition. This competition inspires youth to pursue careers in cybersecurity or other STEM disciplines critical to our nations future. The amount of grants used in 2022 totaled $7,108.