Funding to

build the houses is being provided by contributions from Delta and its

employees. In 1999, corporate and employee contributions to a number

of organizations totaled more than $5 million.

Under the

direction of Young, Delta's community involvement will focus its role

as a charitable leader in the areas of youth wellness and youth leadership

development.

Delta published

its first-ever community involvement annual report, showcasing many

of the projects and activities the firm is involved in.

"Delta

is working harder than ever to become a leader in the community and

make a difference in Atlanta. By concentrating our giving program on

youth wellness and youth leadership development, an area that no other

corporation in Atlanta is focusing their resources, we think we can

make a real impact in the communities we serve," said Young.

Habitat for

Humanity of South Fulton County is a nonprofit organization that works

in partnership with business, churches, civic organizations, employee

groups and individuals to build decent, affordable housing for the responsible,

working poor. Incorporated in 1996, the organization has built seven

houses.

The houses

are sold to homeowner partners at no profit and with no-interest 20-year

mortgages.

In addition,

homeowners invest hundreds of hours of their own "sweat equity"

into building their homes.