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.

View our financial statements here.

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

  • Lisa Myers

    TREASURER AND INTERIM PRESIDENT

    Retired, Senior Treasury Director, The Coca-Cola Company

  • Heather Ducat

    SECRETARY

    Partner, Troutman Pepper

  • Lauren Alford

    BOARD MEMBER

    Head of CSR, Mercedes-Benz USA

  • Cori Dickens-Cain

    BOARD MEMBER

    Vice-President,
    United Way of Greater Atlanta

  • Jay Cranman

    BOARD MEMBER

    CEO, Jewish Family & Career Services

  • Dr. Bryan Johnson

    BOARD MEMBER

    Superintendent, Atlanta Public Schools

  • Katie Kirkpatrick

    BOARD MEMBER

    President and CEO, Metro Atlanta Chamber

  • Ken Zeff

    BOARD MEMBER

    Board of Education Member, Atlanta Public Schools
    and Executive Director, Learn4Life

Ex-Officio Members

  • Katie Post

    EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

  • Tim Cairl

    Senior Director, Talent Development & Public Policy at Metro Atlanta Chamber

  • Travis Norvell

    Executive Director, Strategy & Engagement, Atlanta Public Schools