How We Give Back to Our Community

We donate 1% of sales, provide scholarships, volunteer in our local communities and donate our training services.

1% of All Sales

Go to Organizations Making a Difference

In 2019, we started a new initiative − the 1% pledge. This means that every year we’ll donate $1 out of every $100 we earn.

Why? Because we believe that running a business is not just about making a profit. It’s also about rallying our customers, partners and employees around issues that impact many of us, and it’s about helping the communities where we operate.

All of our chosen organizations are rated 4 out of 4 stars by the non-profit Charity Navigator, an unbiased and objective evaluator that uses a numbers-based system to rate each charity on two dimensions — 1) Accountability & Transparency and 2) Financial Health.

We are honored to contribute donations to these organizations supporting causes that matter to us. 

Freedom Service Dogs of America helps veterans, active-duty military, children and other adults in need by pairing them with dogs, primarily from shelters and rescues, that have been transformed into custom-trained, life-changing assistance dogs.

 

The Stephen Siller Tunnel to Towers Foundation was founded in honor of a firefighter who died on 9/11. The organization helps the surviving families of firefighters, emergency workers, military and law enforcement who lose their lives in the line of duty.

 

 

The Kids In Need Foundation works to ensure that every child is prepared to learn and succeed by providing free school supplies nationally to students most in need, with $1+ billion in supplies distributed.

 

The National Forest Foundation works with the U.S Forest Service and thousands of Americans to promote the health and public enjoyment of the 193-million-acre National Forest System.

 

The Alzheimer’s Foundation of America was founded to fill the gap that existed on a national level to assure quality of care and excellence in service to individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related illnesses, and to their caregivers and families.

Scholarships for College

and High School Students

Each year, we award monetary scholarships to U.S. college students who demonstrate an interest in pushing the drone industry forward.

In addition, we offer scholarships to U.S. high school students to get complimentary access to our Part 107 test prep course, Drone Pilot Ground School.

Learn more about our scholarship programs here.

Donate Our Services

to Raise Money

Another way we support important causes is by donating our services to non-profit organizations. We donate drone training classes for non-profit fundraisers, auctions and other events organized to raise money for a worthy cause.

If your organization is putting on a fundraiser or gala with a live or silent auction, contact lana@uavcoach.com to discuss a donation from us.

Organizations we’ve partnered with in the past include:

Drone Pilot's Guide to DJI Mini 4 Pro

  • Navigate the DJI Fly app and flight modes with ease
  • Adjust camera and safety settings for better control
  • Understand intelligent flight features and how to use them
  • Avoid common beginner mistakes
  • Get the most out of your drone—without the guesswork

Drone Pilot's Guide to DJI Air 3S

  • Navigate the DJI Fly app and flight modes with ease
  • Adjust camera and safety settings for better control
  • Understand intelligent flight features and how to use them
  • Avoid common beginner mistakes
  • Get the most out of your drone—without the guesswork

Hands-On Flight Training

$295

400+ 5-Star Reviews

  • Team up with a knowledgeable, friendly instructor at a convenient outdoor spot — like a park or athletic field
  • Fly a top-rated drone provided for you, or bring your own to get personalized guidance
  • Spend most of your time in the air with hands-on practice — learning about composition, camera angles and cinematic motion
  • Explore the DJI Fly app and learn how to use camera settings like ISO, shutter speed and aperture
  • Unlock the power of Intelligent Flight Modes to fly smoother, smarter, and with less stress
  • Get access to our Aerial Photo & Video online course with additional exercises and pro-level editing workflows – using Snapseed, Photopea, Adobe Lightroom, DJI LightCut, and Premiere Pro

Aerial Photo & Video for Drone Pilots

$179

3,500+ 5-Star Reviews

  • How to dial in the right camera settings like ISO, shutter speed, and aperture
  • The best angles & altitudes for different types of shots (real estate, landscapes, cityscapes, and more)
  • The secret to cinematic drone motion that makes your footage feel like a Hollywood movie
  • How to enhance colors, remove distractions, and sharpen details – even in tricky lighting
  • Pro-level editing workflows – whether you’re using Lightroom, free tools, or mobile apps

The Recreational UAS Safety Test

Free

150+ 5-Star Reviews

  • Required for U.S. recreational flyers of drones
  • Launched June 2021 by the FAA
  • Takes about 30 minutes to complete
  • No prior drone knowledge needed
  • Test allows unlimited attempts to pass

Drone Mapping Essentials Workshop

$799

3,500+ 5-Star Reviews

  • Expert instruction from expert drone pilots with over 100 hours of flying experience
  • Hands-on training of live data capture and how to process deliverables for your clients
  • Peer-to-peer networking with other professional drone pilots in the mapping industry
  • Free access to the online course, Drone Mapping Essentials

Flight Skills for Drone Pilots

$99

75+ 5-Star Reviews

  • 16 engaging video lectures with key takeaways
  • Action items with concrete steps so you put into practice what you learn
  • Pre-flight checklists to help you plan your flights
  • Resource links to websites, products and software for further learning and discovery

Drone Business & Mapping Bundle

$617 $397

3,500+ 5-Star Reviews

  • Drone Pilot Ground School
    1. 1:1 support with a Part 107 exam success coach
    2. Study 100% online at your own pace
    3. Unlimited practice exams with 400+ real FAA test questions
  • Drone Mapping Essentials
    1. 100+ instructional videos focused on real-world application with high-quality videos
    2. Downloadable resources like data capture checklists to utilize in your missions
    3. Monthly live instruction with course instructor, Dylan Gorman, to go deeper on topics where you need more clarification
  • The Drone Business Blueprint
    1. Expert instruction from industry veteran, Eno Umoh, who brings real-world experience in building successful drone businesses.
    2. 14 Comprehensive modules covering everything from business setup to marketing strategies
    3. 30 Downloadable resources to apply your learning immediately

Hands-On Flight Training

$295

400+ 5-Star Reviews

  • 45-60 minutes of hands-on flying time to master orientation and flight maneuvers tailored to your skill level
  • Learn how to handle obstacles such as lost GPS, low battery charge or emergencies
  • Practice flying under various intelligent flight modes
  • Ask questions about regulations, software, flight operations management, and more

The Drone Business Blueprint

$119

3,500+ 5-Star Reviews

  • Expert instruction from industry veteran, Eno Umoh, who brings real-world experience in building successful drone businesses.
  • 14 Comprehensive modules covering everything from business setup to marketing strategies
  • 30 Downloadable resources to apply your learning immediately
  • AI tools and techniques to boost productivity and streamline your operations

Commercial Drone Business Bundle

$418 $334

4,000+ 5-Star Reviews

  • Drone Pilot Ground School
    1. 1:1 support with a Part 107 exam success coach
    2. Study 100% online at your own pace
    3. Unlimited practice exams with 400+ real FAA test questions
  • The Drone Business Blueprint
    1. Expert instruction from industry veteran, Eno Umoh, who brings real-world experience in building successful drone businesses.
    2. 14 Comprehensive modules covering everything from business setup to marketing strategies
    3. 30 Downloadable resources to apply your learning immediately

Drone Mapping Essentials

$199

3,500+ 5-Star Reviews

  • 100+ instructional videos focused on real-world application with high-quality videos
  • Downloadable resources like data capture checklists to utilize in your missions
  • Quizzes to test your knowledge so you can succeed in the field
  • Monthly live instruction with course instructor, Dylan Gorman, to go deeper on topics where you need more clarification

Drone Pilot Pro Bundle

$713 $499

3,500+ 5-Star Reviews

  • Drone Pilot Ground School
    1. 1:1 support with a Part 107 exam success coach
    2. Study 100% online at your own pace
    3. Unlimited practice exams with 400+ real FAA test questions
  • Drone Pilot Skill Builder
    1. 16 engaging video lectures with key takeaways
    2. Action items with concrete steps so you put into practice what you learn
  • Hands-On Flight Training
    1. 45-60 minutes of hands-on flying time to master orientation and flight maneuvers tailored to your skill level

Drone Pilot Ground School

$299

4,000+ 5-Star Reviews

  • 1:1 support with a Part 107 exam success coach
  • Study 100% online at your own pace
  • Unlimited practice exams with 400+ real FAA test questions
  • Personalized study plans, virtual flashcards, and 12-page cram sheet
  • Weekly webinars on acing the Part 107 exam and monthly webinars to elevate your journey post-certification