Thank you for visiting the
web site of the Major General Irene Trowell-Harris Chapter
of Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. We
sincerely hope you enjoy your visit.
It gives me great pleasure
to represent this chapter and represent the great Tuskegee Airmen.
As recent recipients of the Congressional Gold Medal, the Airmen
have been formally recognized for their persistence, perseverance
and determination in overcoming obstacles of racism and segregation.
Since our chapter was
chartered in 1998, we have committed to preserving the legacy
of the men and women whose history had been forgotten. We have
done so through our Tuition Assistance program, our Family Day
in the Park, our Red Tail Youth Flying Program and through numerous
speaking engagements and various media events. We are committed
to preserving the legacy of the Airmen and to affect the lives
of the youth of the Hudson Valley.
The men and the women
of the Army Air Corps at Tuskegee, Alabama set the example that
we all should strive to pursue, a commitment to equality, and
a steadfast belief in one's own ability and talents. Although
Tuskegee was labeled as an "experiment", these brave
men and women saw it as an opportunity to serve their country
as any other American had the right to do. Their courage, determination
and pursuit of excellence drove them to overcome all barriers
and obstacles that were placed in front of them.
In our 10 years of providing
scholarships, our Tuition Assistance Program has awarded $82,000
to 72 Recipients. We are currently in the process of endowing
our Tuition Assistance program that will be placed in a local
foundation. Please join us in continuing the legacy by making
a charitable donation to our Tuition Assistance Endowment
fund. Your charitable contribution is tax deductible. If you
are a Federal or a NY State employee, you may contribute via
Combined Federal Campaign (CFC) or NY State Employee Federated
Appeal (SEFA). Our CFC Number is 97801 and our SEFA Number
is 82-404. Please check with your employer for further information.
Once again I would like to say Thank You,
and enjoy our site.
Glendon Fraser
President,
Major General Irene Trowell-Harris Chapter
Tuskegee Airmen Incorporated
