About the Foundation
The International Society of Transport Aircraft Trading Foundation (ISTAT Foundation) was founded in 1994 to support individuals and institutions that promote the advancement of commercial aviation and humanitarianism.

Funding for programs is provided by annual grants from ISTAT and contributions from individuals and companies. The ISTAT Foundation Board of Trustees, a separate entity from the ISTAT Board of Directors, manages fundraising and programming that meets the Foundation's objectives. 

Programs
The ISTAT Foundation supports five programs that fosters interest in, creates opportunities for and provides assistance to the global aviation community.

Scholarships
to academically-qualified students pursuing an aviation-related degree at an accredited university.

Internships
offer opportunities for students seeking careers in aviation.

Grants
to educational institutions, museums and other nonprofit organizations that need funding to stimulate commercial aviation interest at various academic levels.

Humanitarian
aid efforts, wherein commercial aviation plays a role.

ISTAT U
offers students the opportunity to participate in an ISTAT University Certificate Program focusing on Aviation Finance.