East Coast Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.

06/17/2026

PoloXJazz is one ride you don’t want to miss!

For one afternoon, a waterfront venue in Baltimore will become a crossroads of history, culture and opportunity as polo players, jazz musicians, philanthropists and supporters of youth aviation gather June 20 for the 10th Annual Celebrity Charity PoloXJazz Celebration at Baltimore Peninsula. Here are 12 reasons to gallop over to PoloXJazz on June 20. Please share this event with your family, friends and network, as our chapter is the main beneficiary of this event.

The path from a polo field to a cockpit may not seem obvious, but both are built on discipline, determination and the courage to break barriers. Those themes will take center stage June 20 at Maryland’s Baltimore Peninsula during the 10th Annual Celebrity Charity PoloXJazz Celebration, hosted by a...

06/09/2026

THE HORSES HAVE CLEARED THEIR CALENDARS FOR POLOXJAZZ. HAVE YOU?

Polo. Jazz. Waterfront views. Great food. Celebrity host. Amazing cause. Sounds like a perfect summer Saturday, so why not join us June 20 at Baltimore Peninsula for the 10th Annual Celebrity Charity PoloXJazz Celebration benefiting the East Coast Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.

Hosted by Clifton Powell, this stylish celebration blends polo, live music, culture and philanthropy into one unforgettable experience.

And while you're enjoying the jazz and cheering on the polo players, you'll also be helping support scholarships and aviation opportunities for young people pursuing dreams in aerospace and flight.

-- Come dressed to impress.
-- Bring your friends.
-- Support a mission that matters.

Because the coolest thing about this event isn't the polo ponies; it's helping young people discover that the sky is only the beginning.

05/28/2026

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A former student from the East Coast Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc.'s (ECCTAI) Herbert H. Jones Jr. Youth in Aviation Program highlights how the "Power of Showing Up" helped him achieve his goals. Now a commercial pilot, he is among hundreds of students exposed to STEM careers through our chapter's programs. Visit our website to learn more about our mission of preserving the legacy of the Tuskegee Airmen by inspiring the next generation of leaders, including aviators and aerospace professionals.

Some of the biggest changes in my life didn’t come from perfect plans. They came from simply showing up.This video is a reminder that progress often begins w...

05/27/2026

The Tuskegee Airmen broke barriers during World War II. As we continue their pioneering legacy and inspire future leaders, the East Coast Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. is breaking more barriers. Follow us on Instagram to see more.

05/27/2026

MAKE YOUR IMPACT FELT -- FAR BEYOND THE FAIRWAY

The East Coast Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. will host the General Benjamin O. Davis Jr. 35th Annual Golf Classic on July 27 at Norbeck Country Club, Maryland, bringing together golfers, veterans and aviation leaders for a day where competition meets legacy and every swing will help launch the next generation of aviators and aerospace professionals. Proceeds will help fund flight-training and scholarships for young people pursuing careers in aviation and aerospace.

For registration and sponsorship information, email [email protected].

05/26/2026

SAVE THE DATE! Register now for our chapter's annual golf tournament and swing for a cause

Tuskegee Airmen's East Coast Chapter tees off July 27 at Norbeck Country Club to fund flight training and scholarships for aspiring aviators.

05/25/2026

Susan Smallwood promotes PoloXJazz on Fox 5 DC's "The Marissa Mitchell Show!

Thank you Susan Smallwood for investing in the next generation of aviators and aerospace professionals by designating the East Coast Chapter Tuskegee Airmen, Inc. as the main beneficiary of the 10th Annual PoloXJazz Celebrity Fundraiser. Join us for the rescheduled PoloXJazz event on June 20 at the Baltimore Peninsula!

"The Marissa Mitchell Show" is a live news and lifestyle program with the goal to inform, inspire, and entertain through discussions about a variety of topics, ranging from current events and relationships, to finances, parenting, wellness, and more.

05/25/2026

"In Stafford County, a striking aircraft on display signals a different sort of commemoration: The focus this year is on the Tuskegee Airmen and the WASPS (Women Airforce Service Pilots), two groups that overcame discrimination because they were determined to serve. Chris Allen travels the country with an exhibit titled "Rise Above," created for the non-profit Commemorative Air Force."

On Memorial Day, we remember those who died while serving our country. But this weekend in Stafford County, the spotlight is shining on two very specific groups who were initially barred from military service. Many Memorial Day ceremonies include the moments you’d expect: the wreath-laying, the pl...