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EconoQuest: Empowering Montana’s Youth Through Global Economic Literacy
December 3, 2024 | Youth Development

EconoQuest: Empowering Montana’s Youth Through Global Economic Literacy

The Montana World Affairs Council (the Council) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to fostering...
Powering the West: A Vision for Energy Freedom
November 19, 2024 | Environment

Powering the West: A Vision for Energy Freedom

Western Energy Freedom Association’s mission is to enable the delivery of low-cost electricity and energy freedom...
Celebrate Generosity on Giving Tuesday: A Day to Make an Impact
November 13, 2024 | General Updates

Celebrate Generosity on Giving Tuesday: A Day to Make an Impact

Each year, on the Tuesday following Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday, people worldwide unite...
The New Arthur M. Blank Hospital Ushers in a New Era of Pediatric Care for Atlanta
October 25, 2024 | Founder Interests

The New Arthur M. Blank Hospital Ushers in a New Era of Pediatric Care for Atlanta

In 2022, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation announced a transformative $200 million grant to...
CareerRise’s Westside Works Celebrates 10 Years of Transforming Atlanta Lives
October 25, 2024 | Atlanta s Westside

CareerRise’s Westside Works Celebrates 10 Years of Transforming Atlanta Lives

CareerRise is an Atlanta-based workforce intermediary that connects employers, training providers, support services, job seekers...
Empowering a Nation of Leaders Who Put Country and Community First
October 25, 2024 | Democracy

Empowering a Nation of Leaders Who Put Country and Community First

New Politics Leadership Academy (NPLA) is a nonpartisan, nonprofit organization with a mission to revitalize...
Indigenous Youth Lead the Way in Conservation and Career Growth
September 26, 2024 | Youth Development

Indigenous Youth Lead the Way in Conservation and Career Growth

The National Forest Foundation (NFF) engages young people across the United States to develop the...
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation grants $11.25 million toward Gallatin College MSU building
August 26, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation grants $11.25 million toward Gallatin College MSU building

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation has granted MSU $11.25 million to help fund a...
Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy: Empowering Native American Communities in the Clean Energy Transition
August 20, 2024 | Environment

Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy: Empowering Native American Communities in the Clean Energy Transition

The Alliance for Tribal Clean Energy (the Alliance) is an Indigenous-led nonprofit organization working to...
Women’s Public Leadership Network: Paving the Way for Diverse Female Voices in Politics
August 20, 2024 | Democracy

Women’s Public Leadership Network: Paving the Way for Diverse Female Voices in Politics

The Women’s Public Leadership Network (WPLN) is a nonpartisan nonprofit organization dedicated to educating, organizing...
Montana Media Lab Expands Youth Voices Program to Empower Rural and Indigenous Storytellers
August 20, 2024 | Youth Development

Montana Media Lab Expands Youth Voices Program to Empower Rural and Indigenous Storytellers

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation recently granted $50,000 to the University of Montana School...
The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation’s Democracy Strategy
July 16, 2024 | Democracy

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation’s Democracy Strategy

Written by Wendy Feliz, managing director of Democracy at the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation....

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Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants More Than $2 Million To Nonprofits Fostering Infant and Maternal Mental Health and Well-Being 
October 31, 2024 | Mental Health Well Being

Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants More Than $2 Million To Nonprofits Fostering Infant and Maternal Mental Health and Well-Being 

Grants will focus on early intervention to create a strong foundation for long-term well-being   ATLANTA...
The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation grants $2 million to World Central Kitchen for hurricane relief
September 29, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation grants $2 million to World Central Kitchen for hurricane relief

Grant will provide fresh meals to communities affected by Hurricane Helene. ATLANTA – Sept. 29,...
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants Nearly $4.5 Million To Boost Workforce Development in Atlanta’s Westside
September 20, 2024 | Atlanta s Westside

Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants Nearly $4.5 Million To Boost Workforce Development in Atlanta’s Westside

New Grants Aim to Empower English Avenue and Vine City Residents with Skills Training and...
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants Over $685,000 to Montana Nonprofits
September 4, 2024 | AMB West Community Fund

Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants Over $685,000 to Montana Nonprofits

Grants will support nurturing childhoods, thriving youth and infrastructure across Montana LIVINGSTON, MONTANA – September 4,...
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Commits $6.5 Million To Refurbish Fields at Four Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Georgia and Alabama
August 20, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Commits $6.5 Million To Refurbish Fields at Four Historically Black Colleges and Universities in Georgia and Alabama

LISC, supported by the NFL Foundation, managed the field work in preparation for the 2024...
Metro Atlanta Chamber Launches Groundbreaking New Talent Programs
June 27, 2024 | Youth Development

Metro Atlanta Chamber Launches Groundbreaking New Talent Programs

Three programs will help fill critical job roles and empower young talent ATLANTA (June 27,...
Fugees Family Receives $5 Million Grant to Build Permanent Campus
March 12, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

Fugees Family Receives $5 Million Grant to Build Permanent Campus

ATLANTA – March 12, 2024 – Fugees Family has received a three-year $5 million challenge...
ARTHUR M. BLANK FAMILY FOUNDATION PROVIDES CARDIAC EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS GRANTS
February 21, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

ARTHUR M. BLANK FAMILY FOUNDATION PROVIDES CARDIAC EMERGENCY PREPAREDNESS GRANTS

ATLANTA – Feb. 21, 2024 – As part of a three-pronged approach to improve cardiac...
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants $3 Million To Morris Brown College To Expand Hospitality Certificate Program
December 18, 2023 | Youth Development

Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants $3 Million To Morris Brown College To Expand Hospitality Certificate Program

Largest grant received by Morris Brown College in the last 20 years will digitize and...
Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund awards $50,000 to Georgia High School Association
December 13, 2023 | Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund

Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund awards $50,000 to Georgia High School Association

 Funding will cover registration fees to increase the number of youth sports officials ATLANTA (Dec....
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants More Than $8 Million
December 13, 2023 | Mental Health Well Being

Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation Grants More Than $8 Million

To support mental health and well-being across the U.S. ATLANTA – Dec. 13, 2023 –...
Teacher Housing Initiative Phase One Complete!
December 12, 2023 | AMB West Community Fund

Teacher Housing Initiative Phase One Complete!

GARDINER, MONTANA – Teachers and affordable teacher housing are highly valued. Gardiner Public School (GPS)...

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Blank Family Foundation gives $27.5M to Atlanta Opera, will build new recital hall, rehearsal space
December 4, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

Blank Family Foundation gives $27.5M to Atlanta Opera, will build new recital hall, rehearsal space

The Atlanta Opera announced they’d be constructing a new recital hall and rehearsal space thanks...
Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to Outfit and Support USO Centers on U.S. Naval Aircraft Carriers
October 30, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to Outfit and Support USO Centers on U.S. Naval Aircraft Carriers

Oct. 30, 2024 – In partnership with the USO, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and...
Building financial inclusion: Workforce development for Westside communities
October 9, 2024 | Atlanta s Westside

Building financial inclusion: Workforce development for Westside communities

Westside residents, community members, and business leaders convened for the September 20 Transform Westside Summit, sponsored...
The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation grants $500,000 to Team Rubicon for hurricane relief efforts
October 3, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation grants $500,000 to Team Rubicon for hurricane relief efforts

Following the foundation’s $2 million grant to World Central Kitchen for Hurricane Helene relief, today we are...
Blank Foundation gives nearly $4.5M to programs for Westside residents
September 25, 2024 | Atlanta s Westside

Blank Foundation gives nearly $4.5M to programs for Westside residents

The funding is part of the nonprofit’s efforts to help revitalize neighborhoods in the Westside...
AMB West commits $688,000 to Montana nonprofits
September 9, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

AMB West commits $688,000 to Montana nonprofits

In its latest round of grants, the AMB West Community Fund (the Fund), an associate-led...
UGA Veterinary School to add mobile vet clinic to assist local shelters
September 6, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

UGA Veterinary School to add mobile vet clinic to assist local shelters

The University of Georgia College of Veterinary Medicine is set to welcome a new way...
Shepherd Center Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Arthur M. Blank Family Residences
August 30, 2024 | Founder Interests

Shepherd Center Hosts Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony for Arthur M. Blank Family Residences

For some Shepherd Center patients and families, their home away from home has a new address. Shepherd...
Blank Foundation gives $6.5 million to refurbish HBCU football fields in Georgia, Alabama
August 21, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

Blank Foundation gives $6.5 million to refurbish HBCU football fields in Georgia, Alabama

A prominent Atlanta-based foundation announced on Tuesday that four historically Black colleges and universities (HBCUs)...
U.S. Soccer Unveils Logo for Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center
August 20, 2024 | Founder Initiatives

U.S. Soccer Unveils Logo for Arthur M. Blank U.S. Soccer National Training Center

ATLANTA (August 19, 2024) – U.S. Soccer unveiled the logo for the Arthur M. Blank U.S....
Strategic Philanthropy Is Alive and Well
July 11, 2024 | General Updates

Strategic Philanthropy Is Alive and Well

Adopting a Mental Health Mindset Will Help Both Funders and Nonprofits Thrive
June 21, 2024 | Mental Health Well Being

Adopting a Mental Health Mindset Will Help Both Funders and Nonprofits Thrive

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October Newsletter 2024

October Newsletter 2024

The new Arthur M. Blank Hospital ushers in a new era of pediatric care
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September Newsletter 2024

Powering tomorrow: The Blank Foundation’s new Energy strategy
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Investing in equality through education and leadership
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Our vision for a healthier democracy
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How technology can empower young minds
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The Power of Strategic Mental Health Investments
April Newsletter 2024

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Uplifting Communities Through Art, Digital Wellness, Education
January Newsletter 2024

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Hope Rising: Granting Recovery at Crow Reservation’s First Healing Center
February Newsletter 2024

February Newsletter 2024

Improving Survival Rates From Cardiac Arrest Through Training
March Newsletter 2024

March Newsletter 2024

Nana Grants helps low-income moms get the education they need to succeed

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