Blanks oldest son is Kenny Blank, who is the director of the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation. He's pictured here with CHOA's mascots Hope and Will. The grant also includes a $20 million legacy grant to establish the Arthur M. Blank Center for Stuttering Education and Research at the University of Texas at Austin, a cause that is near and dear to Blank himself. Their three children Max, Kylie and Josh were all minors at the time of the divorce. The centers president and chief executive officer, Jill Savitt, described Blanks latest gift as transformational for the future of the organization. They also may have a new quarterback. Richard D. (Rick) Shapiro, age 71, of Dunwoody, passed away on April 3, 2023, after a valiant effort fighting pancreatic cancer. She also has a masters degree from Harvard University, which she graduated from in 1998. Plans for festivities are in place to honor 75 years of Israels statehood. ATLANTA, Feb. 3, 2022 /PRNewswire/ -- Spelman College today announced a $10 million grant from The Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation to support an on-campus creative hub for young entrepreneurs . Matt Ryan's wife Sarah Marshall Ryan - PlayerWives.com Arthur Blank was born to Molly and Max Blank in Queens, New York. Between New York investment banker Ken Langone (who took on the task of putting together the first group of investors) and merchandising expert Patrick Farrah (who helped both store owners realize their vision of one-stop shopping for the DIY enthusiast), the company got off to a good start. Angela Blank of the Arthur Blank Family Foundation and President and CEO of Big Brother Big Sister of Metro Atlanta Kwame Jackson join Buck Lanford to talk about the Fashion Play event and the . Blank resides in Atlanta and is the father of six children and has six grandchildren. The foundation will also continue to guide the seven associate-led giving committees operating across the Blank Family of Businesses. He resigned as Co-Chairman in 2001. Blank retired as Home Depot's co-chairman in. He was fired from Daylin in 1978 and co-founded the Home Depot with Bernard Marcus. Some have said raw, even. After this branch of discount stores was sold, Arthur had to move to Handy Dan Home Improvement Centers. before Day 2 and I'll say it again before Day 3, 2023 Draft Pics | First Round Pick Bijan Robinson Arrives in Flowery Branch. Across these portfolios, the Blank Family Foundation will look for opportunities to address the growing crisis of disconnection in our nation. Widely known as a renowned entrepreneur, Blank is recognized as one of Atlanta's most prominent businessmen and philanthropists. Currently, Kenny and his siblings focus on philanthropy. Before he founded Home Depot, he held various high up positions like President and Vice President of certain divisions within Daylin Corporation. TKE looks for new leadership after resignation of Rabbi Larry Sernovitz. Terrell, Jeff Okudah and Mike Hughes in the cornerback room. AMB Sports & Entertainment is part of the Blank Family of Businesses comprised of the National Football League's Atlanta Falcons, Major League Soccer's Atlanta United FC, Mercedes-Benz Stadium, AMBSE Ventures, and PGA TOUR Superstore. Jill Savitt believes Arthur Blanks philanthropy is solidly grounded in Jewish ethics. After he hung up his boots, Arthur Blank was not tired at all. The 90-minute televised special is "a celebration of the impact made by athletes, teams, and sports industry professionals who are using sports to make a difference in their communities and throughout the world. Husband of Private Its wonderful to be able to share something with my associates, my fans, my family and my new family., Angela Macuga, Arthur Blanks Wife: 5 Fast Facts You Need to Know, 5. Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank is married to Angela Macuga, his third wife. The 74-year-old Blank, who Forbes estimates has an estimated net worth of $3.1 billion, is the director of Cox Enterprises and the co-founder of The Home Depot.