Girls Inc. of Delaware Announces New Partnership with The Coca Cola Company to Expand Career Pathways for Youth Through Future Careers Academy

Wilmington, Delaware, December 3, 2025, Girls Inc. of Delaware is proud to announce a new partnership with The Coca Cola Company in North America, aimed at empowering young leaders and expanding equitable access to career exploration opportunities across Delaware.

As an official partner of the FIFA World Cup 26™, Coca Cola is collaborating with community organizations across the country to drive economic growth and inclusion, help the next generation unlock their potential, and make meaningful and lasting contributions to local communities.

Through this partnership, Girls Inc. of Delaware will introduce youth to Future Careers Academy, a new online program from The Coca Cola Company that helps teens turn their passion for sports into career opportunities. The program provides insights from industry professionals including CEOs, professional broadcasters, and league founders, and opens pathways into fields such as design, marketing, media production, broadcasting, and more.

Participants will earn certificates, explore exclusive job boards, and gain access to real career opportunities in the sports and entertainment industries. By engaging with Future Careers Academy, Girls Inc. teens will build essential skills and connect with career possibilities that support long-term growth and success.

“We are honored to partner with Coca Cola to invest in the next generation of young leaders” said Wenona Sutton, Executive Director of Girls Inc. of Delaware. “Future Careers Academy helps our girls explore high growth and high impact careers connected to sports, media, and design while strengthening the confidence and skills they need to thrive.”

Coca Cola’s support reflects its mission to empower local economies and inspire future leaders through targeted investments in youth, education, and community opportunity. By focusing on economic mobility, inclusion, and pathways that open doors for young people, Coca Cola is building a legacy of connection that extends beyond the tournament.

The partnership will continue through summer 2026, with youth engagement activities, leadership development opportunities, and community programming that align with Coca Cola’s values of connection, equity, and shared success.

About Girls Inc. of Delaware 

Girls Inc. of Delaware is a statewide nonprofit organization dedicated to inspiring all girls to be strong, smart, and bold. Through direct service and community partnerships, Girls Inc. delivers life-changing programs and experiences that equip girls ages 5 to 18 with the tools they need to navigate barriers, achieve academic success, lead healthy lives, and thrive as leaders. Girls Inc. of Delaware is an affiliate of the national Girls Inc. network, serving more than 130,000 girls annually across the U.S. and Canada.