thank you for flying with us

Celebrating the Legacy of the Too Fly Foundation

What started as a dream between friends turned into a movement that reached over 600 students across the globe. For nine incredible years, the Too Fly Foundation provided passports, travel grants, and unforgettable experiences, opening the world to young people who were ready to soar.

As we sunset the organization, we pause to reflect on the impact we’ve made together, not just in the 4+ Million miles traveled, but in minds expanded, confidence gained, and futures forever changed.

Before we officially close this chapter, our cofounders have a few words to share — from the heart, with gratitudE

a founders’ farewell

Reflections, gratitude, and lasting impact from the cofounders of Too Fly as we celebrate nine years of changing lives through travel.

When we started Too Fly, we had no idea that it would grow into what it is today. When we started this organization, we did not do it for honors or applause. We started this work because we had a genuine love for our community and a true mission to impact the next generation. I appreciate every single donor, partner, social media follower, friend, family member and everyone in between who trusted a bunch of young, black kids with their money (LOL) and cheered us on as we created our own legacy. I am thankful  for each Too Fly teammate, who in the midst of their own busy lives, paused every week to give their time and talent to this vision. And most importantly, I trust that the seeds that were planted in every scholar will blossom into hope and success for our future.

Thank you, 
Bola Ibidapo 

Dear Too Fly Family,

When we launched Too Fly, we didn’t have a playbook, just a passion for Travel and a belief that breaking barriers for children to be able to experience the world could change everything. We were a group of friends with big dreams and we knew that if we could just get passports and students hands, the rest would take care of itself. And it did.

Over the last nine years, I’ve watched this idea turn into a nation-wide movement — one fueled by love, creativeity, sacrifice, and community. I’ve watched students light up with their first passport in hand. I’ve heard stories of careers sparked, worldviews expanded, courage ignited, and a better understanding of self.

I’m beyond grateful for every volunteer, donor, event atendee, and partner who took a chance on us. For every late-night brainstorm, every fundraiser ticket bought, every repost, every dollar, thank you. Your belief made this real.

Too Fly gave us all the opportunity to do something bigger than ourselves. We didn’t just give out passports & travel kits — we gave out the audacity to dream. And while this chapter is closing, the impact will echo for generations.

From the bottom of my heart, thank you for riding with us.

With gratitude and pride,
Brandon Miller

Dear Too Fly Crew,

Nine years ago, we had a vision to help students take flight by removing the barriers to transformative travel experiences. This vision became a mission and passion amongst friends, and later became the Too Fly Foundation.

As our wings, figuratively and literally, stretched, we blossomed into a movement that has impacted over 600 students across the nation. We’ve equipped young dreamers with passports, flights, luggage, travel tips and tricks, and, most importantly, confidence. We’ve shown students that the world is not only accessible to them but also better with their voices, cultures, and lived experiences.

Over the past nine years, we’ve seen how just one experience abroad can shift a student’s perspective, ignite their purpose, and expand what they believe is possible. Whether they traveled to Ghana, the UK, or Costa Rica, each Too Fly Scholar returned home with new tools, deepened empathy, and a global lens they’ll carry for life.

Our work even inspired me to take my first trip abroad! What better way to truly adhere to the work that we do every day?!

This work wouldn’t be possible without our donors, volunteers, partners, and extended Too Fly family. Your belief in our mission has been the wind beneath our wings. You’ve helped us not only reach students but build a platform where they are seen, supported, and celebrated. You’ve helped every student gain a chance to go from local leader to global changemaker.

I’m incredibly thankful for EVERYONE that came to a fundraiser, donated a passport, partnered with our mission, and became a part of the Too Fly Family. This experience of taking flight with you all has truly been a journey of a lifetime.

For nine years, I thank you for being a part of this flight and for being Too Fly with us.

Too Fly Out,
Brian Millage

our impact by the numbers

Because every passport, plane ticket, and program was personal

Over the past nine years, our mission turned into measurable movement. From passports distributed to students empowered, these numbers tell the story of what we built together, one journey at a time.

 organizations aligned with our vision 

While Too Fly’s chapter is coming to a close, our mission lives on through so many like-minded organizations that are doing meaningful work in this space. In honor of some of the great work we've been able to achieve together, and as you're looking for other ways to continue your impact, we've compiled some organizations that we hope you'll consider as you and your team look for alternative ways to make an impact through giving.

• BirthRight Africa –  BirthRight Africa is a heritage-based leadership program that inspires scholars to draw pride, confidence, and creativity from their cultural roots and legacy of innovation in the U.S. and Africa. Birthright AFRICA has been committed to providing a free educational trip to Africa for every youth and young adult of African descent ages 13 – 30 in the United States.
  

• Breaking the Cycle Global – Focused on health equity for children globally, this program engages college and university students in projects addressing environmental and social determinants of health, with a growing partnership in Africa.
  

• College of the Desert Foundation — The College of Desert Foundation supports the
  dreams and pursuits of students attending the College of Desert in the Coachella Valley. The mission of the College of the Desert Foundation is to act as an advocate for the college and to secure financial support, enhancing the educational opportunities for all students. 
  

• Dreamers4Change Foundation – Launched with the Passports4Change initiative, this Brooklyn-based nonprofit connects youth from marginalized communities to the global society by creating accessible, affordable pathways to travel, cross-cultural exchange and cultural immersion.
  

• Expanding Boundaries International – EBI empowers underrepresented youth to access short-term study abroad and STEM-focused programs, cultivating global citizens through cross-cultural and educational travel.
  

• Girls Going Global – Located in Atlanta, GGG empowers African American and other underrepresented girls to become global citizens by providing the tools and life-defining travel experiences to explore the world beyond their current circumstances and to make their mark on the world.
  

• Project 2 Passports – Based in Dallas, Project 2 Passports is dedicated to providing high school students from underserved communities with the resources and support needed to obtain their first passport and explore the world. Through mentorship, cultural education, and curated travel experiences, they empower students to become global citizens.
  

• Show Me The World – Based in St. Louis, Show Me The World provides equitable access for youth from under-resourced communities to transformative international and at-home learning experiences. Focus areas include STEM, entrepreneurship, and cultural awareness. 
  

• The SEED School of Maryland – Maryland’s only tuition‑free, public college-preparatory boarding school serving grades 6–12 statewide. Provides students from underserved backgrounds with immersive academic and personal development opportunities—including international travel and study abroad programs. 
  

• Teens of Color Abroad: Teens of Color Abroad is based in Brooklyn, New York and provides virtual language learning & cultural exchange programs taught by refugee conversation partners dispersed throughout the world. Their mission is to cultivate the next generation of globally conscious youth of color through full language immersion study abroad experiences. 
  

• World at Hand – Headquartered in Denver, World at Hand connects young people from marginalized communities to transformative global travel and service-learning opportunities. Their programs are designed to promote intercultural understanding, civic engagement, and youth empowerment through immersive experiences abroad.

too fly video vault

A look back at the moments that moved us

From passport parties and panels to rooftop fundraisers and travel send-offs, this vault holds the energy, joy, and purpose that defined the Too Fly journey. Relive the programs, events, and behind-the-scenes magic that brought our mission to life.