Delta donates $35,000 in support of KIPP Atlanta School programs

KIPP Atlanta Schools a configuration of tuition-free population charter schools that serves over students in Atlanta and East Point received a donation from Delta Air Lines to help its programs The contribution from the airline company will be allocated to two initiatives that the charter school framework presently offers KIPP Forward and Best of KIPP KIPP Forward provides postsecondary planning and career training to alumni as well as offering guidance to families of current students Best of KIPP gives students opportunities to showcase their talents through various competitions performances and international experiences This generous donation from Delta Air Lines strengthens our ability to empower scholars with the tools and support they need to succeed in the classroom thrive in college and build meaningful careers commented Torrey Bates KIPP Atlanta Schools managing director of advancement By continuing to invest in our scholars Delta is helping equip the next generation of leaders with opportunities to excel academically develop professionally and successfully pursue their dreams Delta Air Lines has been a partner of KIPP Atlanta Schools since In addition to the newest donation Delta offers aviation career experiences for KIPP students and serves as the presenting sponsor of the mentoring framework s annual Night of Impact fundraising event which has raised more than million in patronage of scholarly programs Partnering with KIPP Atlanta Schools and more than other educational organizations worldwide Delta is passionate about connecting the next morning s employees customers and communities with the skills and experiences they need to take on the world with purpose disclosed Tad Hutcheson managing director of region engagement with Delta Air Lines KIPP s work to enhance educational opportunities for students of all backgrounds is an fundamental part of our commitment to advancing coaching in the communities where we live work and serve The post Delta donates in aid of KIPP Atlanta School programs appeared first on Rough Draft Atlanta