AFW on the Radio with 100.3 The Sound January 5, 2016 Listen to AFW soar on the air waves! A few weeks ago Josh Olson, Executive Director and Mauria McPoland, Advancement Director were interviewed by Tina Mica from KSWD The Sound 100.3 FM about what we do and the great service we provide. Hit play down below or visit http://thesoundla.com/?nid=128 to listen! Olivia Forman Read More »
Santa Claus Joins Angel Flight West December 24, 2015 By Josh Olson Executive Director, Angel Flight West The voice was somehow familiar, like something from my childhood, but I couldn’t quite place it. Perhaps when he said, “You sleigh me” in response to a joke, I should have thought about it differently, but at the time nothing seemed that unusual. In my role as Executive Director of Angel Flight West, I travel to many pilot gatherings. It is always… Olivia Forman Read More »
Celebrating AFW and Steve Danz at the National Philanthropy Day Awards November 24, 2015 We are giving ourselves a well-deserved pat on the back courtesy of the recognition from the 2015 National Philanthropy Day Awards! On November 10 at Paramount Studios, Angel Flight West and board chair/command pilot Steve Danz received awards for the 30th Anniversary of National Philanthropy Day Awards, sponsored and presented by the Association of Fundraising Professionals. Angel Flight West was honored wi… Olivia Forman Read More »
How to Take Great Photos and Videos of your Angel Flight West Mission September 16, 2015 Angel Flight West missions will always be remembered. Sometimes you fly in a small four person aircraft; loud propeller engines, a tight space and controls all around you. Other times you could be sitting in a ten person aircraft, consisting of DVD monitors, walking space and a restroom. Each ride is an experience that you will always remember. What could be the easiest way to remember your mission? Angel Flight West… PK Duncan Read More »
Endeavor Awards – AOPA Writeup June 3, 2015 Party under the space shuttle Public benefit flying feted at Endeavor Awards June 1, 2015 By Julie Summers Walker The good pilots are doing to help others was given a Hollywood bash May 30 at the Los Angeles Science Center. Movie stars and movie clips lent some Hollywood flair to the second annual Endeavor Awards, which combine celebrity, remarkable surroundings, and fanfare to honor those who contribute their time… Jill Dannis Read More »
Angel Flight West Honored by Santa Monica History Museum October 2, 2014 Angel Flight West was honored at the Santa Monica History Museum dinner last month. Josh Olson, Executive Director of AFW, accepted the award for AFW “in recognition of [our] decades of selfless service providing free air travel to those with serious medical conditions.” Big THANK YOU to all of our amazing volunteer pilots who make this work possible! To learn more about this event and those that were h… Jill Dannis Read More »
#GivingTuesday – Let’s Raise $50,000 for AFW! September 2, 2014 This year, on Tuesday December 2, 2014, AFW will be part of a call to action that will change the calendar and help make history. We are celebrating a day dedicated to giving – when charities, families, businesses, community centers, students, retailers and more will all come together for #GivingTuesday – a movement to celebrate giving and kick-off the holiday giving season. Last year, more than 10,000 organizatio… Jill Dannis Read More »
AFW Kickstarter – We Still Need Help! May 22, 2014 We need your help! We’re participating in a Kickstarter project that will enable us to expand our ground transportation services. The cost of a cab is preventing many of our passengers from seeking the treatment they need. This fundraiser would allow for critical enhancement to open source software used by 10 charities that would enable scheduling of volunteer drivers who drive their on cars. We have 22 days… Jill Dannis Read More »
February 12, 2014 Photo Gallery February 12, 2014 Enjoy some photos from recent Angel Flight West missions. Jill Dannis Read More »
Shopping to support Angel Flight West December 16, 2013 As you’re finishing up your holiday shopping this season, just a quick reminder that you can help Angel Flight West in a couple of easy ways. If you’re buying items on Amazon.com, please use our link which will tag your purchases and send a portion of the sales our way. If you’re considering joining Amazon’s prime service, which entitles you to free 2-day shipping, now’s a good time to… afw_web_admin Read More »
