Blank Foundation awarded $254M in 2025 including $118M for health care, scholarships, and housing

The 2025 annual report of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation highlights a record $254 million in grants dedicated to strengthening communities through strategic philanthropy. Funding focused on five collective giving areas: Atlanta’s Westside ($8.0M), democracy ($24.6M combined), environment ($28.8M combined), mental health and well-being ($23.0M), youth development ($11.2M) and sports philanthropy ($9.8M). Founder (Blank family) initiatives represented the largest allocation at $118.0M, supporting healthcare, scholarships, housing, and regional nonprofits. Since 2020, the foundation has distributed $845.4 million, reflecting substantial growth in philanthropic impact and long-term community investment.