Our Financials.
As a 501(c)(3) organization, APFE is committed to full transparency and accountability. We work closely with APS to ensure all funds are used in alignment with district priorities. Financial documents, including our annual report and Form 990, are available upon request.
Atlanta Partners for Education (APFE) is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization and the official foundation and fiscal agent for Atlanta Public Schools (APS). Since 1981, we have helped forge strong partnerships between APS and the broader community, uniting businesses, philanthropic leaders, and individuals to improve educational outcomes and equity.
Our mission is to build a bridge between the business community and Atlanta Public Schools through strategic partnerships, fundraising, and impactful initiatives. We secure and steward external funding for APS's most critical priorities, ensuring resources align with district-wide goals and student needs.
As a trusted connector and fiscal agent, APFE enables supporters to share their time, talent, and treasure with the school district in ways that are transparent, accountable, and meaningful. Every initiative we fund is measured by its ability to increase student achievement, elevate educators, and ensure access to enrichment opportunities.
We are proud to serve alongside APS to ensure all programs are responsive to student needs and integrated with district-wide strategies.
About Us.
Our Team.
APFE is led by Executive Director Katie Post, working in close collaboration with APS leadership and community stakeholders. Our team works behind the scenes
to ensure every partnership is purposeful and every dollar is maximized.
We are guided by a dedicated board of community leaders who bring expertise from across the business, education, and philanthropic sectors.
2025-2026 Board of Directors
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Lisa Myers
TREASURER AND INTERIM PRESIDENT
Retired, Senior Treasury Director, The Coca-Cola Company
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Peter Dragna
SECRETARY
Associate, Troutman Pepper
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Lauren Alford
BOARD MEMBER
Head of CSR, Mercedes-Benz USA
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Cori Dickens-Cain
BOARD MEMBER
Vice-President,
United Way of Greater Atlanta -
Dr. Bryan Johnson
BOARD MEMBER
Superintendent, Atlanta Public Schools
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Katie Kirkpatrick
BOARD MEMBER
President and CEO, Metro Atlanta Chamber
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Dr. Ken Zeff
BOARD MEMBER
Board of Education Member, Atlanta Public Schools
and Executive Director, Learn4Life -
Rachel Sprecher
BOARD MEMBER
Ex-Officio Members
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Katie Post
EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
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Tim Cairl
Senior Director, Talent Development & Public Policy at Metro Atlanta Chamber
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Travis Norvell
Executive Director, Strategy & Engagement, Atlanta Public Schools
Advisory Committee
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Rob Brawner
Executive Director, Atlanta Beltline Partnership
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Julianna Cagle
President, The Goizueta Foundation
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Ann Cramer
Civic Leader
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Jay Cranman
CEO, Jewish Family & Career Services of Atlanta
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John Hancock
President & CEO, Junior Achievement of Georgia
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Lawrence Harris
DC360 Executive Fellow, RedafinED
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Chris Moses
Artistic Director, Alliance Theatre
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Dr. Chanika R. Perry
Director of Impact Programs, Hands On Atlanta
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Kevin Shigley
VP Human Resources - HR Services & Talent Acquisition, Smurfit Westrock
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Taylor Stanley
Program Director, ATL: Advance The Lives
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CJ Stewart
Co-Founder/Chief Visionary Officer at L.E.A.D. Center For Youth
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Jason Warner
Director Business Programs - Cybersecurity & AI Incident Response Strategy, Microsoft
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Alex White
Sr. Energy Management Specialist, Norfolk Southern