The WWII Airborne Demonstration Team participates in active parachute jumping in the style of the World War II airborne soldier utilizing an aircraft that actually participated in the D-Day Normandy invasion of France in June 1944. The Foundation also fosters, promotes and engages in the research of WWII airborne operations and military history to inform and educate the general public through it's demonstrations, static displays and museum displays. Accordingly, we are able to accept WWII airborne artifact donations.

If you are considering donating material to the WWII Airborne Demonstration Team Foundation Collection, we would be pleased to hear from you. Please contact us to discuss your donation at:

WWII Airborne Demonstration Team
Unit Headquarters
3200 Paul Tibbets Ave
Frederick Army Airfield
Frederick, OK  73542

Email Commander@wwiiadt.org

Telephone 580-335-3344

The following information provides some answers to questions that prospective donors often ask and may help you make your decision to donate items to the Foundation.

Types of materials to consider donating
Donors often ask what kinds of historical materials we wish to acquire. Please remember that the Foundation accepts any items that were utilized by airborne troops during WWII. If you are in doubt about the suitability of any of your items for donation, please contact us to discuss it further.

Transfer of Title
Donors give items to the Foundation using the Transfer of Title form that conveys ownership of the item to the Foundation. The Transfer of Title form will be prepared by the Foundation staff in consultation with the donor and we will facilitate the transfer of the items as needed.

Will the Item be displayed?
The Foundation's collection is not kept permanently on display to the public. However all items will be utilized as appropriate and can be accessed by prior arrangement with the Foundation. In addition, where practical, the Donors name will also be displayed with the Item.

What will items be used for?
In addition to static displays, the Foundations collection may be used for
 Staff and visiting researchers
 Family and local historians
 Visiting school groups
 Airborne Demonstrations
Items may also be loaned out to special events for members to enhance their displays.

Can I borrow the Item back once it has been loaned?
In general, because of the increased risk of loss or damage, the Foundation does not lend objects to individuals.

Will the Item be kept forever?
For all practical purposes, the Foundation's collection will be retained forever. The Foundation’s Acquisition and Disposal Policy contains a strong presumption against disposal of the objects in its collection. However, in exceptional circumstances, the Foundation may dispose of Items in accordance with its disposal Policy. After an initial offer to other Historical Collections, the Item may be put up for sale. Any funds received from this sale will be credited to the Foundation, and used to support our overall objectives.

What if I change my mind?
By signing the Transfer of Title form, you are transferring full ownership of the Item from yourself to the Foundation in perpetuity. If you have and reservations, please contact us before signing the Transfer of Title form.