The Black College Football Hall of Fame Announces Delta Air Lines as Official Airline Partner
Atlanta, GA (January 28, 2025) – The Black College Football Hall of Fame (BCFHOF) announced today Delta Air Lines as the “Official Airline” for the Black College Football Hall of Fame and the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl.
"We are proud to have the generous support of Delta Air Lines and honor their longstanding commitment to Historically Black Colleges and Universities," said Doug Williams, Super Bowl XXII MVP and Black College Football Hall of Fame Co-Founder.
“Delta’s support of the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl and the BCFHOF is a meaningful example of how we are not only connecting people to place but connecting people to opportunities,” said Quinnie Jenkins, Delta’s Director of Sponsorships. “This partnership is a continuation of Delta’s longstanding commitment to HBCUs, and we look forward to cheering these players on as they keep climbing to their highest potential.”
The Black College Football Hall of Fame honors the greatest HBCU players, coaches, and contributors, and annually presents the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl, a postseason all-star game showcasing the best 100 NFL draft-eligible HBCU football players. Held during Black History Month in New Orleans, the game is broadcast live on NFL Network. The week-long celebration also features the HBCU NFL Combine and the nation’s largest HBCU Career Fair, attracting over 1,500 students from 55 HBCUs and 125 of the top U.S. employers.
ABOUT THE BLACK COLLEGE FOOTBALL HALL OF FAME
The Black College Football Hall of Fame, a non-profit, tax-exempt organization, located at the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio was founded in 2009 by African American pioneers, quarterbacks James Harris and Doug Williams to preserve the history and honor the greatest football players, coaches and contributors from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. There are 118 Inductees including Mel Blount, James Harris, Willie Lanier, Art Shell and Doug Williams, who serve as Trustees. The Black College Football Hall of Fame has awarded over $450,000 in direct support to HBCUs and HBCU scholarships since inception. Other major initiatives include the Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl, the HBCU Combine and the Ozzie Newsome GM & Quarterback Summit (in partnership with the NFL), as well as the Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic (in partnership with the Pro Football Hall of Fame).
ABOUT THE ALLSTATE HBCU LEGACY BOWL
The Allstate HBCU Legacy Bowl, presented by the Black College Football Hall of Fame, is a postseason all-star game that showcases the top 100 NFL draft-eligible football players from Historically Black Colleges and Universities. The game will be played on the Saturday, February 22, 2025 (Yulman Stadium at Tulane University), and broadcast live on NFL Network. More than a football game, the week-long celebration of Black culture and history provides invaluable exposure for HBCU students and includes the largest HBCU Career Fair in the country.
Follow at www.HBCULegacyBowl.com and on social media via @HBCULegacyBowl.
ABOUT DELTA AIR LINES
Delta Air Lines is a global leader in travel, connecting people and communities with excellence. With a strong focus on community engagement, Delta invests in initiatives that drive equity and create opportunities for underrepresented groups. Delta’s mission is to provide a seamless travel experience while leaving a positive impact on the world. For more information, visit www.delta.com.