Application Overview

With limited resources at this time, we are unable to review new proposals for cash or in-kind funding.

Review Process

Selection Criteria

The Delta Air Lines Foundation is governed by a Board of Trustees, under the direction of the Vice President of Community Affairs. The Board reviews, selects, and awards grants to nonprofit, 501(c)(3) organizations that have demonstrated an ability to respond to the needs of youth in a definitive manner that yields measurable results.

Recipient Notification

If the Foundation has questions regarding your proposal, you may receive a telephone call or letter requesting further information, or an appointment for a site visit.

If your proposal is approved, your organization will receive an award letter by mail approximately 14 days after the Board meeting. The Delta Air Lines Foundation will also remit a check for the grant amount approved by the Board of Trustees, which is based, in part, on the recommendation of the Foundation.

The recipient of any grant from The Foundation must use the awarded funds for the specific purpose outlined in the original grant proposal. Any improper use of funds will result in denial of future grant requests by The Delta Air Lines Foundation.

Submission Deadlines

The Delta Air Lines Foundation Board of Trustees reviews and approves funding in March, June, September, and November. The deadline for receiving completed proposals is the first day of each of these months. Once received, please allow up to three months before your application is reviewed.

To apply, complete our Delta Air Lines Foundation Application.

Funding Priorities and Limitations

Funding Priorities

For proposals which meet our areas of focus, priority will be given to:

• Programs meeting compelling needs in communities where Delta has a presence
• Proposals that exhibit clear, reasonable goals, and measurable outcomes
• Distinctive projects where The Delta Air Lines Foundation's involvement will leave a legacy
• Projects that include collaboration or cooperation with other nonprofit organizations
• Projects that offer opportunities for Delta employee involvement

General Limitations

Because of budget limitations, Foundation policy, or tax law, The Delta Air Lines Foundation will generally not consider:

• Individual applicant's request for support of personal needs
• Religious activities
• Political organizations or campaigns
• Specialized single-issue health organizations
• Annual or automatic renewal grants
• General operating expenses
• Endowment campaigns
• Capital campaigns
• Multi-year commitments
• Fraternal organizations, professional associations, or membership groups
• Fundraising events such as benefits, charitable dinners, or sporting events