American Airlines Education Foundation Is Fueling Dreams With Its Annual Scholarship Award

August 10, 2024 12:30 AM AEST | By 3BL

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336 students in 10 countries received a scholarship from the American Airlines Education Foundation.
103 scholarship winners are first-generation college students.

FORT WORTH, Texas, August 9, 2024 /3BL/ - The American Airlines Education Foundation is dedicated to supporting the educational aspirations of dependents of the airline’s team members. This year, the Education Foundation provided nearly $1 million in financial assistance to 336 students as part of its ongoing efforts to invest in future leaders.

The annual scholarship program awards $2,500 to eligible full-time undergraduate students at any accredited college, university or vocational program around the world. Additionally, 103 first-generation college students received an additional $1,000 to support their unique academic journey.

“We believe in the transformative power of education and are proud to support our community. We are honored to play a role in shaping brighter futures through education,” said Brady Byrnes, American’s Senior Vice President of Inflight and Premium Guest Services and President of the Education Foundation. “The Education Foundation reflects our steadfast dedication to our team members and their families.”

For the 2024-2025 school year, the 336 students receiving scholarships represented 10 countries, highlighting the diverse international reach of our global community. Recipients hail from the United States, the Bahamas, Canada, Colombia, the Dominican Republic, Jamaica, Mexico, the Netherlands, Peru and the United Kingdom.

Applicants are evaluated on their academic achievement, community service, extracurricular activities and financial need. Nearly 1,400 students submitted applications to the competitive scholarship program.

Applications for the 2025-2026 academic year will be accepted beginning in January. For more information about the Education Foundation scholarship, visit aa.com/scholarships. To learn more about American Airlines commitment to community engagement, please visit aa.com/letgoodtakeflight.

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