Afcea - Washington Dc Chapter

Falls Church, VA ยท Founded 1997

Provides scholarships for students pursuing engineering, mathematics, and science education to support defense communications

Primary audience
STEM Students
Work area
Education Funding
Topic
Defense Technology
Contact
Alisha Kelly

About Organization

The organization promotes higher education in engineering, mathematics, and science through financial scholarships and educational initiatives. Based in Falls Church, VA, it supports development within the communications and electronics industry for military preparedness and national defense. In 2023, the organization had $65,000 in revenue and was supported by 38 volunteers.

What They Focus On

STEM Education

Promoting higher education in engineering, mathematics, and science through scholarships and educational programs

Defense Communications

Advancing communications and electronics technology development to support military preparedness and national defense

Workforce Development

Fostering next generation of technical professionals in defense-related communications and electronics fields

Financial Information

Form 990 data showing organizational financial health and growth.

Revenue (2023)

$65K

-63.9% vs 2022

Expenses (2023)

$86K

+324.8% vs 2022

Assets (2023)

$13K

-77.2% vs 2022

Year Revenue Expenses Assets Employees
2023 $65,000 $86,250 $13,194 0
2022 $180,000 $20,306 $57,888 0
2021 $120,300 $201,873 $51,194 0
2020 $211,800 $337,125 $127,267 0
2019 $5,155 $181,675 $16,592 0
2018 $406,679 $230,030 $202,916 0

Source: IRS Form 990 filings. All figures in USD.

How They Work

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  • 01

    Identify Candidates

    Review applications from students pursuing engineering, mathematics, and science degrees in relevant fields

  • 02

    Award Scholarships

    Provide financial support to selected students based on academic merit and field alignment

  • 03

    Foster Development

    Support student progress through educational initiatives and industry connection opportunities

  • 04

    Advance Industry

    Cultivate next generation of professionals in communications and electronics for defense applications

Programs and Initiatives

Services and programs offered by Afcea - Washington Dc Chapter

Educational Scholarships

Financial aid for students pursuing engineering, mathematics, and science degrees to advance communications and electronics knowledge

STEM Education Initiatives

Educational programs fostering continued development in technical fields supporting military preparedness and national defense

Defense Industry Development

Supporting advancement within communications and electronics industry through education and professional development opportunities

Team & Leadership

Meet the people behind Afcea - Washington Dc Chapter.

AK

Alisha Kelly

Vice President, Strategic Initiatives
1 hrs/week
BD

Becci Defrank

Executive Vice President
1 hrs/week
DT

Daniel Thomas

Vice President, Programs
1 hrs/week
EO

Eric Oaks

Vice President, Chapter Operations
1 hrs/week
EB

Evie Brewer

Emerging Leaders President
1 hrs/week
JH

James Hanson

Vice President, Communicat
1 hrs/week
JH

Jessica Hersey

President
1 hrs/week
JL

Jim Lauducci

Senior Advisor To The President
1 hrs/week
JJ

Jon Jumento

Vice President, Diversity, Equity & Inclusion (De&
1 hrs/week
KG

Kevin Griffith

Senior Vice President
1 hrs/week
SB

Shaleen Braley

Presidential Apointee
1 hrs/week
TB

Thelma Barker

Vice President, Education/Stem
1 hrs/week

Milestones

1997

Organization Founded

1997

Washington DC Chapter established to support STEM education for defense industry

2018

Peak Funding Year

2018

Achieved highest revenue of $406,679 to expand scholarship programs

2020

Strong Program Year

2020

Distributed $211,800 in scholarships and educational support

Associated People

Board members, advisors, and key contributors

Board of Directors

AJ
Annie John Secretary 1.00 hrs/week
BG
Brian Greenberg Treasurer 1.00 hrs/week
CV
Caren Von Hoene Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CR
Carlton Reeves Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CM
Christina Mapa Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
CD
Clark Dudley Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DM
Danielle Manson Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
DR
David Raffetto Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
GW
Gerald Williams Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
GB
Greg Bourdelais Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
HT
Henry Tragle Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KN
Kana Ng Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KW
Ken Witt Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
KB
Kevin Berce Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
LH
Lisa Hand Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
NS
Neelam Sandhu Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
PB
Patrick Barry Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RR
Raymond Rj Welsh Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RP
Rick Pina Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RD
Ro Dhanda Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
RH
Ryan Hinkle Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SS
Scott Sloan Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SJ
Shannon Judd Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
SS
Sima Shahin Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
TJ
Tereza Jacoby Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
TP
Theresa Pines Board Member 1.00 hrs/week
VS
Victoria Sutch Board Member 1.00 hrs/week

Information compiled from IRS Form 990 and organizational materials.

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200 Little Falls Street 205 Falls Church, VA 22046