Community · Port San Antonio
Preserving the legacy of Kelly Air Force Base.
The Kelly Heritage Foundation safeguards seven decades of aviation history and honors the people who built it.
The Kelly Heritage Foundation safeguards seven decades of aviation history and honors the people who built it.
The Kelly Heritage Foundation is dedicated to preserving and celebrating the rich history and legacy of Kelly Air Force Base, which served as a cornerstone of American military aviation for over seven decades.
Safeguard the history and heritage of Kelly Air Force Base for future generations.
Recognize the men and women who served and worked at the base throughout its history.
Share Kelly's contributions to aviation and national defense with the San Antonio region.
Fund educational programs that inspire the next generation to pursue aviation and technology careers.
Kelly Air Force Base played a pivotal role in American military aviation history, from its establishment in 1916 as one of the nation's first military aviation facilities through its closure in 2001.
The base was a major employer in San Antonio and contributed significantly to the region's economy and identity — a legacy that lives on across the campus today.
The Kelly Heritage Foundation has partnered with Boeing to establish the Boeing Center at Tech Port, a $2.3 million investment in education and community engagement.
This partnership reflects a shared commitment to honoring Kelly's history while building the next generation of talent for the campus's future.
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