The Franklin Center for Innovation is seeking $5,000 in donations to support its general operating expenses, which are essential for maintaining its role in serving the community. These contributions will help sustain the center’s daily operations, ensuring it remains a vibrant hub for creativity, collaboration, and community development. By funding these critical needs, donors will enable the Franklin Center to concentrate on its mission, deliver innovative programs, and offer valuable resources to local youth, educators, and leaders. Your support reflects a shared commitment to driving growth and fostering innovation across the region. 

Donating to the Drone Flight School is an investment in the future of STEM education, workforce development, and cutting-edge technology. Your support helps provide students—especially those from underserved communities—with hands-on experience in drone operation, coding, and aviation principles. These skills open doors to careers in engineering, aerospace, and robotics while fostering critical thinking and problem-solving abilities. Additionally, donations enable the school to acquire high-quality equipment, fund scholarships, and expand outreach programs, ensuring that more young minds can take flight in this rapidly growing industry. By contributing, you’re not just supporting a program—you’re shaping the next generation of innovators and pilots.

We are seeking your support to expand our program’s impact in local communities and help aspiring drone pilots achieve their FAA Part 107 certification. Our initiative provides students with the knowledge and skills needed to pass the FAA Part 107 exam, opening doors to careers in drone operations, aerial photography, surveying, and more. By investing in this program, you are not only supporting individual students but also fostering innovation and workforce development in the rapidly growing drone industry.

The cost of the online training portion is $37 per student, and the FAA exam fee is $170. Our goal is to fund 30 students for the online course and cover the exam fees for 10 students, ensuring that financial barriers do not prevent passionate learners from pursuing their certification. Your contribution will directly support students in gaining valuable technical skills, increasing their career opportunities, and strengthening the future of drone technology in our community. Every donation brings us closer to equipping these students with the resources they need to succeed.