Established in 2003, the George W. Gillemot Foundation honors the legacy of George W. Gillemot, an aviator, inventor, entrepreneur and philanthropist who pursued his passions for flight, education, research, workforce development and economic renewal for northern Nevada. Through financial contributions to schools, universities and nonprofits, the Gillemot Foundation empowers organizations to expand aviation, drones and aerospace education, spark curiosity and build a long runway of future talent in northern Nevada.