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Arthur Blank’s religion is Judaism by heritage. The Atlanta Falcons owner and Home Depot co-founder was born to Jewish parents, according to Wikipedia, and he has given to Jewish organizations in the United States and Israel. Public sources say little about his personal religious practice, so his observance is not documented.
Early Life and Background
Blank was born in Flushing, Queens, New York, to Max Blank, a pharmacist, and Molly Blank, and graduated from Stuyvesant High School in New York City, according to Wikipedia. Aish describes him as the son of Max and Molly Blank who grew up in New York.
He went on to co-found Home Depot and bought the Atlanta Falcons in February 2002.
Arthur Blank’s Religious Views and Jewish Giving
No source reviewed quotes Blank on belief, ritual or synagogue membership. What is documented is his Jewish heritage and his philanthropy. Aish lists gifts of $75,000 to the Jewish Agency for Israel, $250,000 to the Jewish Community of Greater Phoenix, $150,000 to the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta and $7 million to National Jewish Health in Denver for a pediatric charity care program, and notes his close connections with Israel.
Atlanta Magazine reports that through his foundation and personal giving, he has contributed more than $250 million to educational, environmental and Jewish causes. His wider giving, including a $200 million gift for a Children’s Healthcare of Atlanta hospital, is not specific to Jewish institutions.
For background on the faith itself, see this guide to world religions compared.
Frequently Asked Questions
What religion is Arthur Blank?
Arthur Blank is Jewish. Wikipedia states he was born to Jewish parents, Max and Molly Blank, in Flushing, Queens, and he has given to Jewish organizations.
Is Arthur Blank religious or observant?
The sources reviewed do not describe his personal religious practice, synagogue membership or level of observance, so it is not possible to say how observant he is.
Does Arthur Blank donate to Jewish causes?
Yes. Aish reports gifts including $75,000 to the Jewish Agency for Israel, $150,000 to the Jewish Federation of Greater Atlanta and $7 million to National Jewish Health. Atlanta Magazine reports that his giving has included Jewish causes alongside educational and environmental ones.
Who is Arthur Blank?
He is a co-founder of Home Depot and the owner of the NFL’s Atlanta Falcons, a team he bought in February 2002, according to Wikipedia.
