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Eagles Nest Projects Wisconsin

EIN 88-0893384 · Burlington, WI

Public records show a registered, tax-exempt organization in good standing.

LegitimacyPassesRegistration and standingFinancial healthWeak34 out of 100GovernanceNot ratedThe short tax form does not cover thisImpact evidenceDescribes programsHow well its results are evidenced

What it says it does

Eagles Nest Projects Wisconsin is a nonprofit educational organization whose primary purpose is to inspire and educate youth through hands-on Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) programs focused on aviation. The organization provides students with opportunities to design, build, and maintain aircraft under professional mentorship, fostering interest in aviation careers while developing technical, leadership, and teamwork skills. Programs include classroom instruction, aircraft construction, maintenance training, and flight education conducted in partnership with local schools, community organizations, and aviation professionals.

Income
$128,200
Spending
$185,000
Reserves
0.6 months of spending
Largest source of income
donations and private grants, 98%

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Financial health

Weak: 34 out of 100. Higher than 7% of charities in its peer group (education, under $250k).

  • Reserves

    4 of 35

    Spendable reserves would cover 0.6 months of spending.

  • Debt

    20 of 20

    It owes 0% of what it owns.

  • Living within its means

    0 of 15

    Spending exceeded income by 44% of income.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Governance

This organization files the short tax form, which does not ask about boards, policies or audits. That is normal for a small charity and is not a mark against it.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Impact evidence

Describes programs. Its tax return describes what it does but we have found no measurable results in it.

Programs described in its return (1)
  1. $21,000 spent. Eagles Nest Projects Wisconsin (ENPWI) inspires and educates the next generation of aviators, engineers, and aviation maintenance professionals through hands-on STEM programs that combine classroom instruction with real-world experience. Our programs provide high school students with opportunities to build and maintain real aircraft under the supervision of licensed FAA Airframe and Powerplant (A&P) mechanics and experienced mentors. During the 2024-2025 fiscal year, ENPWI: Engaged more than 225 students across multiple southeastern Wisconsin high schools in aviation-based STEM education. Continued the construction and maintenance of several aircraft including a Van's RV-12, Sling 2, and RANS S-21 as part of student build programs. Expanded its Maintenance Program, incorporating the Choose Aerospace curriculum to prepare students for FAA Part 147 Aviation Maintenance Technician School pathways. Operated the STEM Aviation Center at Burlington Municipal Airport, providing a dedicated facility for aircraft construction, flight simulation, avionics training, and youth mentorship. Supported student advancement through partnerships with the Wisconsin Space Grant Consortium, Fox Valley Technical College, EAA, and local aviation businesses. Sponsored educational events including Women in Aviation Day, STEM Tours, and Community Fly-In Fundraisers, promoting public engagement and awareness of aviation careers. Helped graduates earn pilot certificates, maintenance certifications, and scholarships, with several alumni now pursuing aviation degrees or working in professional aviation roles. ENPWI remains committed to expanding its aviation maintenance and flight training programs, increasing outreach to underserved students, and advancing Wisconsin's aviation workforce development pipeline.

Source: Form 990EZ for the year ending December 31, 2024, filed with the Internal Revenue Service. Rating method 2026.2. How we rate

Legitimacy checks

  1. Is it registered with the IRS? Passed.

    Listed in the IRS master file of tax-exempt organizations as a 501(c)(3) charitable organization.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  2. Has the IRS revoked its tax-exempt status? Passed.

    Not on the IRS automatic revocation list.

    Source: Automatic revocation of exemption list, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  3. Are donations tax-deductible? Passed.

    On the IRS list of organizations eligible to receive tax-deductible contributions.

    Source: Publication 78 data: organizations eligible for tax-deductible contributions, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  4. Is it keeping up with its IRS filings? Passed.

    Most recent return on file covers the year ending December 2025.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  5. How long has it been tax-exempt? Passed.

    Recognized by the IRS since March 2022.

    Source: Exempt Organizations Business Master File, Internal Revenue Service, file dated October 13, 2026.

  6. Is it in good standing with state regulators? Passed.

    Not on California's list of charities barred from soliciting. Other states are not yet checked.

    Source: May Not Operate or Solicit for Charitable Purposes list, California Attorney General, Registry of Charities and Fundraisers, file dated October 21, 2026.

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