FLIGHTS OF GRATITUDE
Flights of Gratitude is a 501c3 non-profit organization using private aviation to support military veterans and their families during and after military service.
IRS EIN #84-1826488
PA Entity #6891528
Royce Repka
President & Founder
Royce served in the US Army as an Airborne Counter-Intelligence Agent, including 2 tours to Iraq. Following military service, Royce followed his joy of aviation and earned a degree in aviation from Liberty University. Royce saw a need to help fellow veterans and founded Flights of Gratitude in order to help fill that need.
Scott Kolowitz
Board Member
Scott is a Pennsylvania native who moved to Colorado in 1999. Scott is a construction inspector who ensures the quality and safety of residential and commercial buildings before granting occupancy permits. Scott’s father is a Vietnam Veteran who served on the USS Constellation and USS America. Scott has been involved with Flights of Gratitude since day 1 and feels fortunate to be able to thank those who served.
Audrey Repka
Board Member
Audrey is a retired court stenographer with a strong connection to the military. Her father served in the Navy during WWII, her husband and son-in-law served in the Air Force, her son, served in the Army, and she is a member of her local American Legion auxiliary. Her support of veterans continues in her work with Flights of Gratitude.
Jack Sanders
Board Member
Jack is a California native who moved to Pennsylvania in 2006. Jack is a team leader for a company that develops cost-saving software for healthcare insurance companies. Jack is passionate about serving others and has been an integral part of Flights of Gratitude since its inception.