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ASF Special Events
Gemini XII 40th Anniversary
On November 11, 2006, The Astronaut Scholarship Foundation celebrated the 40th anniversary of Gemini XII, with Commander James Lovell and Pilot Buzz Aldrin, at the Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex. The event was a huge success as the crew mingled with guests and retold their triumphed story during the dinner. In total, the event raised $40,000 for the scholarship program, and potentially another $30,000 through a crew-signed limited commemorative photo.
Apollo-Soyuz Test Project 30th Anniversary
The Foundation celebrated the Apollo-Soyuz Test Project's 30th anniversary with a 350-person gala at the Kennedy Space Center on July 15, 2005. In attendance were astronauts Gen. Tom Stafford and Vance Brand (Deke Slayton was represented by his widow, Bobbie Slayton), and cosmonauts Alexei Leonov and Valery Kubasov. Famed actor and aviator, John Travolta, served as Master of Ceremonies and CNN anchor and aviator, Miles O'Brien, served as Panel Moderator. The gala raised $60,000 for the scholarship program.
2004 "Astronauts on the Mississippi" Riverboat Cruise
(August 2004) Scott Carpenter, Gordon Cooper, Wally Schirra, Al Worden, Bill Dana, and their respective spouses joined in a fabulous fundraiser. The "Astronauts on the Mississippi" riverboat cruise aboard the American Queen raised $35,000 for the Foundation's scholarship fund.
Apollo 13 IMAX Experience
(November 2002) Apollo 13 IMAX Experience with Tom Hanks, Ron Howard, and Astronaut Jim Lovell at the Kennedy Space Center Vistor Complex. Thanks to the participants and patrons, it was the single most successful event in the history of the Astronaut Scholarship Foundation.
40th Anniversary of Americans in Orbit
(February 2002) The event honored Mercury Astronauts John Glenn, Scott Carpenter, Wally Schirra, and Gordon Cooper, while raising several thousands of dollars for the scholarship program.