On Friday, September 30, 2016 at 12:45:41 PM UTC-7, Kevin Christner wrote:

Kevin, great offer. Kudos for paying it forward. Another option might be donation (or partial donation) to a soaring club with suitable emphasis on developing youngpilots. If the club has 501 c3 status you can claim a tax deduction.

Best,
Craig

Thanks Craig. I did consider this but was concerned it would end up in the middle of club politics and not move if no juniors were around to fly it because "we will have someone soon." I have more faith in a current owner doing the right thing.

2C

Understood Kevin. It would have to be an organization with a proven track record. I was amazed (impressed) when a friend in Germany donated a brand new glider to his club. It's my understanding this type of long term support by older members isn't unusual in European clubs. Hoping we'll catch up some day (or at least try).

Cheers