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Preserving History, Building Community: How 220 Sunset Ave. Honors Atlanta’s Civil Rights Legacy
February 3, 2025 | Atlanta s Westside

Preserving History, Building Community: How 220 Sunset Ave. Honors Atlanta’s Civil Rights Legacy

Westside Future Fund (WFF) is a nonprofit organization committed to helping Atlanta’s historic Westside neighborhoods...
Energizing Change: Western Resource Advocates Strategy for Clean Energy in the Interior West
January 31, 2025 | Environment

Energizing Change: Western Resource Advocates Strategy for Clean Energy in the Interior West

Western Resource Advocates (WRA) is an environmental nonprofit that focuses on state-level and regional climate...
A Helping Hand: How Guaranteed Income is Transforming Lives on Atlanta’s Westside
January 9, 2025 | Atlanta s Westside

A Helping Hand: How Guaranteed Income is Transforming Lives on Atlanta’s Westside

In September 2023, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation awarded a $6.2 million grant to...
Preserving Montana’s Grasslands: The Nature Conservancy’s Innovative Approach
January 9, 2025 | Environment

Preserving Montana’s Grasslands: The Nature Conservancy’s Innovative Approach

The Nature Conservancy (TNC) is an environmental nonprofit that works across the United States and...
From the Soil to the Sky: Protecting Montana’s Vital Grasslands
December 19, 2024 | Environment

From the Soil to the Sky: Protecting Montana’s Vital Grasslands

Montana’s grasslands support wildlife, enhance soil and water quality, and absorb harmful emissions. But these...
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...

Press Releases

Atlanta Falcons, University of Georgia Football, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and the Ad Council Partner to Address Mental Health in Georgia
December 17, 2024 | Mental Health Well Being

Atlanta Falcons, University of Georgia Football, the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and the Ad Council Partner to Address Mental Health in Georgia

New York (December 17, 2024) – Today, the Ad Council, America’s leading nonprofit driving social...
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 –...

In The News

Rockmart to Get New Soccer Mini Pitch
February 12, 2025 | Associate Led Giving

Rockmart to Get New Soccer Mini Pitch

New mini soccer fields will be built in Rome, Trion and Rockmart thanks to funds...
Responsible Tech Youth Power Fund Chooses Next Generation of Leaders to Transform Responsible Technology Landscape
February 5, 2025 | Mental Health Well Being

Responsible Tech Youth Power Fund Chooses Next Generation of Leaders to Transform Responsible Technology Landscape

2025 Cohort will be backed by $2.4 million in funding to shape a safer digital...
Rural Funding is Hard. How the Blank Family Foundation Tackles it.
February 5, 2025 | Mental Health Well Being

Rural Funding is Hard. How the Blank Family Foundation Tackles it.

For many funders, supporting communities in rural America can seem a daunting task. As experts have...
Blank Foundation Grants $500,000 to the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund
January 13, 2025 | General Updates

Blank Foundation Grants $500,000 to the California Community Foundation’s Wildfire Recovery Fund

The Fund provides critical recovery and long-term resilience-building support. It aims to restore the lives...
Atlanta Falcons, Arthur M. Blank Foundation announce that grants are now open for tackle and flag football support
January 8, 2025 | Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund

Atlanta Falcons, Arthur M. Blank Foundation announce that grants are now open for tackle and flag football support

Complete the interest form to receive details on applying for these grants.
Blank Foundation receives Inside Phlianthropy’s Family Foundation of the Year Award
January 7, 2025 | General Updates

Blank Foundation receives Inside Phlianthropy’s Family Foundation of the Year Award

Arthur Blank offers a model of how to rapidly — but thoughtfully — ramp up a multigenerational...
Falcons offer new GHSA grants to grow flag programs, make football safer
December 16, 2024 | Atlanta Falcons Youth Fund

Falcons offer new GHSA grants to grow flag programs, make football safer

The Atlanta Falcons continue to encourage the growth of flag football in Georgia and Monday...
‘Let’s see what works’: Nonprofit begins second guaranteed-income program on Westside
December 10, 2024 | Atlanta s Westside

‘Let’s see what works’: Nonprofit begins second guaranteed-income program on Westside

For some Atlanta residents, living paycheck to paycheck would be an improvement. In fact, studies...
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...
Carter Center marks first anniversary of passing of Rosalynn Carter
November 19, 2024 | Mental Health Well Being

Carter Center marks first anniversary of passing of Rosalynn Carter

Atlanta nonprofit continues former first lady’s legacy of addressing mental health issues.
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...

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January Newsletter 2025

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In Her Hands guaranteed income program has expanded to Atlanta’s Westside
December Newsletter 2024

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Montana youth engage with world leaders to learn about the global economy
November Newsletter 2024

November Newsletter 2024

Our investment in infant and maternal health
October Newsletter 2024

October Newsletter 2024

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

September Newsletter 2024

Powering tomorrow: The Blank Foundation’s new Energy strategy
August Newsletter 2024

August Newsletter 2024

Investing in equality through education and leadership
July Newsletter 2024

July Newsletter 2024

Our vision for a healthier democracy
June Newsletter 2024

June Newsletter 2024

How technology can empower young minds
May Newsletter 2024

May Newsletter 2024

The Power of Strategic Mental Health Investments
April Newsletter 2024

April Newsletter 2024

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

January Newsletter 2024

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

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