Our Mission


Advocate

The Wright Memorial Chapter achieves its mission to Advocate by holding professional networking luncheons in the Dayton area. The chapter is also a key partner in holding the annual Wright-Patterson Air Force Ball. By hosting chalets at the annual Dayton Air Show local government and community partners are brought together for a leisurely networking event.

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Educate

The Wright Memorial Chapter pursues its mission to Educate by providing scholarships to local cadets and active Airmen as well as offering grants to local schools and teachers, fostering hands-on learning to inspire innovation and workforce readiness among students in the Dayton area. WMC also hosts local divisions of the AFA Air Masters, CyberPatriot and StellarXplorers Programs.

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Support

The Wright Memorial Chapter Supports the Dayton Area through providing multiple awards to the defense community and distributing annual assistance to CAP, JROTC, and ROTC cadets across southwest Ohio. Additionally, the chapter's volunteer-driven initiatives extend support to local veterans by partnering with the Dayton VA Medical Center and Wright State's Veterans Center.

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Upcoming Events



  • July 2026 Luncheon with Mr. Spraggins, Acting Chief DAF DTO

    • 8 Jul 2026
    • 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    • Pentagon Towers, 3500 Pentagon Blvd, Beavercreek, OH 45431
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    The Air & Space Forces Association (AFA) Wright Memorial Chapter (WMC) is honored to welcome Mr. Steven 'Craig' Spraggins, Acting Chief of the DAF Digital Transformation Office (DTO), as our distinguished guest speaker at the upcoming luncheon on Wednesday, July 8, 2026. 



    Mr. Spraggins is an experienced engineer and technical program manager specializing in information systems, cyber operations, and digital transformation. With a strong leadership background in the U.S. Air Force, he has driven innovation, modernized IT infrastructure, and aligned technology with mission needs. A passionate mentor and educator, he is dedicated to developing the next generation of IT professionals and has been recognized with multiple awards for excellence in leadership, cybersecurity, and workforce development.

    The DAF DTO is dedicated to addressing the digital needs of the entire acquisition and sustaining enterprise. The DTO looks beyond mission sets, breaking down barriers, and connecting the workforce with the resources needed to outpace our adversaries.

    Please join us as Mr. Spraggins discusses his new role in the DAF DTO, what the DTO is up to, and how you can communicate with the DTO to enable the Acquisition Enterprise to deliver superior capabilities at the speed of relevance


    Luncheon Details 

    Date:  8 July 2026
    Time:  11:30 AM to 1:00 PM
    Place:      Pentagon Towers, 3500 Pentagon Blvd, Beavercreek, OH 45431

    Price:  Current Military & Government Civilians $10

           AFA Members $35

           AFA non-Members $40

    Attire: Business Casual or Military UoD (OCPs are perfectly acceptable)

    Agenda:

    1100 to 1130 – Luncheon Check-In & Networking

    1130 – Welcome

    1200 – Mr. Spraggins's Presentation

    1300 – Lunch Conclusion

    RSVP Required: 7 days prior to the luncheon.  Pre-registration is required.

    Cancellation Policy: Reservations will be billed unless cancelled 7 days prior to the luncheon. 

    **Chatham House Rules apply, and no recording is allowed**

    This event and others like it are possible due to Wright Memorial Chapter's great sponsors.


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