Florida Air Museum Expansion 2025

REIMAGINING THE FLORIDA AIR MUSEUM Donor Opportunities

WHO WE ARE The Aerospace Center for Excellence (ACE) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to building and sustaining a pipeline of exemplary pilots, engineers, aviation administrators, and STEM innovators.

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Powered by the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo, ACE reaches 30,000+ students annually.

Programs span from StoryTime for preschoolers to flight scholarships for teens, and field trips, summer camps, and educational events throughout the year.

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MISSION: Engage, Educate, Accelerate the next generation of aerospace professionals.

VISION: Build A Brighter Future Through Aviation.

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WHAT WE DO ACE delivers year-round programming that inspires and equips students for careers in aerospace:

Our FREE Middle School Aerospace Curriculum is reaching 150+ schools across 25 states and 5 countries and preparing students for high school

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aviation pathways and future careers.

STEM Sprouts and StoryTime introduce aviation concepts to children as young as two years old.

Educational field trips, funded by our local airport partners, bring in almost 4,000 5th-8th graders year-round and over 2,500 K-12 students during the annual SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo.

Summer camps for ages 6-17 explore all things aviation and aerospace

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and are sold out annually.

Scholarships support flight training, so high school students can earn their Private Pilot Certificate. They also fund post-secondary education, allowing students to turn their interests and passions into profitable careers.

Lakeland Aero Club provides hands-on experience in building, flying, and maintaining aircraft while also instilling the importance of teamwork, critical thinking, and responsibility, helping teens become young adults.

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OUR NEXT FLIGHT PLAN The Florida Air Museum was constructed in 1992, and the Aerospace Pavilion project was completed in 1999. For over 25 years, these facilities have been programming anchors and mission-driving cornerstones for our organization. They have hosted field trips, summer camps, and youth education programming and served as gathering places and learning centers for our community. In 2019, ACE embarked on a major capital campaign to build the Ramus Skylab Innovation Center - 10,000 sq. ft. of purposeful, dedicated learning space attached to the Florida Air Museum. This project also combined the Museum and the Pavilion into one unified structure, cementing the fact that these structures are far more than just metal and concrete. Instead, they are a physical representation of our mission at work.

Today, our expanded youth education programming reaches over 30,000 students per year with many programs already at or over capacity. It is time to grow our footprint again by adding another 9,000 sq. ft. of flex space to allow us to continue our work in engaging, educating, and accelerating the next generation of aerospace professionals.

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We are proud to present our future forward plan to reimagine the Florida Air Museum and continue to build a brighter future through aviation!

TOTAL PROJECTED EXPENSE:

PLAN DETAILS:

Enclose the Aerospace Pavilion adding 9,000 sq. ft. of flexible learning space.

$5.5M

Add a new glass wall on the south end of the Museum allowing for natural light and easy access to the Jerry Holland Destination:

Aviation playground.

PAVILION CONSTRUCTION:

Add new, immersive, interactive exhibits to the Florida Air Museum to increase learning and encourage patrons to return often with family members of all ages.

$3.0M MUSEUM IMPROVEMENTS:

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WHY THE PAVILION MATTERS The Aerospace Pavilion 2.0 is more than a building—it’s a launchpad for the next

Your investment will directly impact thousands of students annually—creating a legacy of learning, inspiration, and innovation.

generation of aerospace innovators. This climate-controlled, flexible facility will:

Expand early childhood STEM access through StoryTime and STEM Sprouts, which are currently at capacity.

Support middle and high school students with space for assemblies, guest speakers, and immersive learning.

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Enable the expansion of year-round programming including summer camps, outreach events, and after-school activities.

Support ACE’s mission through community-driven programming, which generates sustaining revenue, while also freeing the Florida Air Museum to deliver modern, world-class exhibits and year-round educational impact.

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FUEL THE MISSION $1.5M – Mission Leader Mission Focus: Engage, Educate, Accelerate

Exclusive naming rights for the pavilion for 20 years, transforming the pavilion into a legacy space for aerospace education Pavilion branded as “The [Sponsor Name] Pavilion” across all signage, digital platforms, and promotional materials Recognition in all pavilion-related press releases, campaigns, and museum publications Co-branding on permanent exhibits within the pavilion Custom video tribute and digital storytelling on museum website Legacy-level recognition throughout the museum and community 2 private events per year (1 may be during the week of the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo)

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FUEL THE MISSION $500K – Engage Donor Mission Focus: Engage

Support for community engagement, speaker series, and public programming Naming rights for a key gathering space or event zone Recognition in press releases and pavilion promotions One private event per year (including the week of the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo)

$500K – Educate Donor Mission Focus: Educate

Support for curriculum development, exhibits, and student learning programs Naming rights for an educational exhibit or classroom zone Recognition in museum publications and educational materials One private event per year (including the week of the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo)

$500K – Accelerate Donor Mission Focus: Accelerate

Support for youth aviation programs, enrichment, and hands-on STEM learning Naming rights for a youth-focused area or innovation zone Recognition in youth programming and outreach campaigns One private event per year (including the week of the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo) 9

FUEL THE MISSION $300K – Outdoor Terrace Donor Mission Focus: Engage

Create a welcoming space for community gatherings and events Naming rights for the landscaped terrace or patio area Prominent exterior signage Recognition in pavilion marketing and event promotions 1 private event per year (including the week of the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo)

$250K – Stage Donor Mission Focus: Educate

Inspire and connect through presentations, performances, and speaker series Naming rights for the main stage Branded signage on or near the stage Recognition in event programs and digital promotions 1 private event per year (excluding the week of the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo)

$100K – Legacy Donor Mission Focus: Accelerate

Support permanent educational content and historical storytelling Naming rights for a permanent exhibit wall or gallery section Branded plaque and digital signage Recognition on museum website and exhibit materials 1 private event per year (excluding the week of the SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo) 10

READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE? Your support helps us continue engaging, educating, and accelerating the next generation of aerospace professionals.

To make a donation or learn more about giving opportunities, please contact:

ERIC CRUMP

JANE WINTER

Vice President, ACE

Vice President, Strategic Partnerships

352.278.8159

781.795.2476

ecrump@flysnf.org

jwinter@flysnf.org

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