KIPP Atlanta Schools today announced it has received a $35,000 grant from Delta Air Lines to expand college and career readiness opportunities for scholars across its network. The investment will strengthen programs that prepare scholars for success beyond high school through postsecondary advising, career exploration, leadership development, and experiences that inspire academic excellence and broaden future possibilities.

"Delta Air Lines continues to demonstrate what it means to be a true community partner," said Dr. Michael Cormack Jr., chief executive officer of KIPP Atlanta Schools. "This investment will help expand opportunities that empower our scholars to discover their passions, build meaningful career pathways, and realize their full potential. We are grateful for Delta's continued belief in our scholars and in the transformative power of education."

The grant will strengthen two signature KIPP Atlanta Schools initiatives that help scholars prepare for life beyond high school. 

KIPP Forward equips scholars and alumni with the resources they need to succeed in college, careers and beyond through individualized college advising, career planning, internships, job-shadowing experiences, entrepreneurship opportunities, and personalized postsecondary support.

The investment will also enhance Best of KIPP, a signature series of academic, arts, leadership, and enrichment experiences that celebrate scholar achievement while encouraging creativity, leadership, global awareness and personal growth.

Delta Air Lines has partnered with KIPP Atlanta Schools for more than a decade, investing not only through philanthropy but also through employee volunteerism, career exploration, and mentorship. From supporting scholars through the Delta Summer Aviation Program to serving as a longtime partner of Night of Impact, Delta continues to create meaningful opportunities that connect classroom learning with real-world experiences and future careers.

“For Delta, giving back isn't just a check. It's showing up, year after year, for the communities we call home," said Allison Marques, general manager of community engagement at Delta Air Lines. “We invest in KIPP Atlanta Schools, because a young person’s potential needs opportunity. Some of tomorrow's pilots, engineers, and leaders are sitting in these classrooms right now. They deserve to see what their world could be, and we’re proud to build that runway.”