irs program accomplishments · form 990 part iii · fy2024
What they reported doing
- #1 primary $12KPARTNERED WITH LOST CLIPPER ENTERPRISES LLC IN THEIR INVESTIGATION INTO THE 1938 DISAPPEARANCE OF THE HAWAII CLIPPER
- #2 $10KAUDIO INTERVIEWS FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF PODCAST
named programs · 3 · from sources
What they call their work
Flight 103 Remembrance and Advocacy
Commemorates victims of the 1988 Lockerbie bombing and supports justice efforts related to Pan Am Flight 103
Hawaii Clipper Investigation
Partnered with Lost Clipper Enterprises LLC to investigate the 1938 disappearance of the Hawaii Clipper flying boat
Pan Am Podcast
Produces audio interviews and storytelling episodes about Pan Am history, employee experiences, and aviation legacy
activities · 5 groups
What they do
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Historic Site Designation Advocacy 1 activity
- Advocates for preservation of historic aviation sitesAdvocates for the preservation of the historic Marine Air Terminal at LaGuardia Airport by opposing proposed alterations that would compromise its historical integrity.
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Equitable Access Admission Programs 1 activity
- Offers discounted admission to specific groupsProvides discounted admission rates for children, seniors, military personnel, volunteer firefighters, and non-ambulatory visitors at its museum location.
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Historic Aviation and Transportation Museums 1 activity
- Operates a museum dedicated to Pan American World AirwaysOperates a museum space within the Cradle of Aviation Museum in Garden City, Long Island, to preserve and present the history and legacy of Pan American World Airways, including personal stories and historical artifacts.
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Documentary Film Production 1 activity
- Produces documentary content on Pan Am historyProduced a film and conducted audio interviews documenting Pan Am's role in Operation Babylift, the 1975 humanitarian evacuation of over 3,000 Amer-Asian infants from South Vietnam.
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Uncategorized 4 activities
- Advocates for justice in Pan Am Flight 103 bombing caseAdvocates for justice related to the Pan Am Flight 103 bombing through public statements and recognition of law enforcement efforts.
- Conducts historical research and archives Pan Am materialsFounded the Pan Am Historical Foundation and acquired Pan American World Airways' remaining historical assets, including documents, photographs, and audio/visual materials, which were archived at the University of Miami.
- Hosts events honoring Pan Am-related figures and milestonesHosts receptions and events to honor individuals and milestones significant to Pan Am history, such as cartoonist Henry “Hank” Syverson and the release of the LEGO Icons Douglas DC-3 Pan Am Airliner model.
- Investigates unresolved Pan Am historical eventsCollaborated with Lost Clipper Enterprises LLC on an investigation into the 1938 disappearance of the Hawaii Clipper, a Pan Am aircraft.
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financials · form 990 · fy2024
revenue
Total revenue$306K
Contributions & grants$268K88%
Program service revenue$00%
Investment income$40%
Other revenue$38K
expenses
Total expenses$313K
Program expenses34%
Admin / overhead30%
Fundraising35%
Salaries & benefits$44K
Grants paid out$12K
Largest expense lineFacilities
balance sheet
Total assets$349K
Cash$256K
Investments$44K
Liabilities$57K
Net assets$291K
Liquid reserves11.5 mo
3 years on record · 2020–2024 · YoY revenue +23.6%
leadership · form 990 part vii · fy2024
Who runs it
board members · 23
- ANNITA STOKES THOMAS — MEDIA RELATIONS
- CATHY LIDDY — ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
- DAVID HINSON — VICE CHAIR
- DEBORAH GAUDIOSO — DIRECTOR OF SOCIAL MEDIA
- DIANE KRUMHOLTZ LYRAS — SECRETARY
- HECTOR ADLER — MEMBER RELATIONS
- JANICE FAIA — GALA COMMITTEE
- JOHN MARSHALL — DIR OF FLIGHT OPTS OUTREACH
- LESLIE MANNING — COMMUNICATIONSNEWSLETTER
- LINDA FREIRE — CHAIR
- LINDA REYNOLDS — WEBSITEDIGITAL PLATFORMS
- LIV MILAN — ACCOUNTS RECEIVABLE
- MICHAEL LEVCHUCK — TREASURER
- MONIQUE ROUNSAVELLE — EVENT PLANNING
- NANCY MCALLISTER — EVENT PLANNING
- PAMELA FREYTAG — GALA COMMITTEE
- PAT SMITH — SPONSORSHIPS
- PATRICIA BOYCE IASSOGNA — LEGAL ADVISOR
- PHILLIP KEENE — COLLECTIONS AND CURATION
- SUE DENNESS — STRATEGIC PLANNING
- TOM BETTI — HISTORIANPODCAST HOST
- WENDY KNECHT — FUNDRAISING
- WIL ALVENO — ANALYTICS
relationships · 17
Who they work with
- AVi8 Air Capital Partner — Strategic partner evaluating the feasibility of relaunching Pan Am® as a scheduled commercial airline and supporting FAA certification efforts.
- Clipper Pioneers Partner — Joint statement signatory representing retired Pan Am pilots and crew in collaboration with the Pan Am Museum Foundation.
- Cradle of Aviation Museum Partner — Collaborates with the Cradle of Aviation Museum for visitor access and shared cultural programming
- Cradle of Aviation Museum Partner — Hosts the Pan Am Museum within its facility in Garden City, Long Island.
- J. Walter Thompson Partner — Advertising agency that commissioned Henry “Hank” Syverson for Pan Am-related creative work, referenced in event context.
- LEGO Partner — Collaborated with LEGO on the release of the Douglas DC-3 Pan Am Airliner set.
- Lost Clipper Enterprises LLC Partner — Partnered in the investigation of the 1938 disappearance of the Hawaii Clipper
- Manipura Media Productions Partner — Collaborated on the production and documentation of the premier of "Operation Babylift - A Celebration of the Human Spirit".
- Manipura Media Productions Partner — Collaborated on the production and premiere of "Operation Babylift – A Celebration of the Human Spirit".
- Northrop Grumman Partner — Inaugural Gala VIP Reception sponsor and Gold Founding Member of the Pan Am Museum Foundation.
- Pan Am Historical Foundation Partner — Joint statement signatory working with the Pan Am Museum Foundation to represent the legacy of Pan Am.
- Pan Am Historical Foundation Partner — Jointly expressed concern about potential alterations to the Marine Air Terminal
- Port Authority of New York and New Jersey Government — Engaged with regarding preservation of the Marine Air Terminal at LaGuardia Airport
- The Boeing Company Partner — Founding member of the Pan Am Museum Foundation.
- University of Miami Partner — Partnered to archive Pan American World Airways' historical materials including documents, photographs, and audio/visual materials.
- World Wings International Partner — Collaborates with members who are active in World Wings International, a Pan Am alumni organization.
- World Wings International Partner — Joint statement signatory representing the Pan Am community alongside the Pan Am Museum Foundation.
strategies · 3
How they approach the work
Named approaches extracted from this org’s sources. Where others share an approach, follow it to see the full set of orgs running it.
- Collaborative Historical Investigationmethodology: collaborative_historical_investigationBy partnering with external research entities and leveraging firsthand accounts to investigate historical aviation mysteries, the organization strengthens the authenticity and depth of its archival and educational mission, because collaborative inquiry enhances historical accuracy and public trust.
- Cultural Engagement Through Themed Programmingmethodology: cultural_event_programmingBy using themed cultural events, artistic exhibitions, and commemorative partnerships to connect the public with Pan Am’s historical legacy, the organization fosters broader public engagement, because experiential and branded formats make heritage more accessible and emotionally resonant.
- Story-Based Legacy Preservationmethodology: story_based_educationBy preserving and sharing historical and personal stories of Pan American World Airways through exhibitions, documentaries, and public events, the organization educates and inspires future generations, because narrative engagement deepens cultural connection and sustains collective memory.