Falcons owner Arthur Blank donates $2.5 million to Hurricane Melissa relief funds

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The Arthur M. Blank Foundation announced Wednesday morning that the Atlanta Falcons owner will donate "an initial grant" of $2.5 million to Hurricane Melissa relief efforts.

The foundation said the money will be donated to support the work of World Central Kitchen, Team Rubicon, and CARE USA.

"World Central Kitchen provides nourishing meals and fresh water in times of crisis, and Team Rubicon specializes in on the ground disaster response and recovery," the foundation said in a release. "The Foundation’s pre-investment for CARE USA’s Humanitarian Surge Fund aids in providing rapid deployment of resources for disaster relief and will be activated immediately."

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Atlanta Falcons owner Arthur Blank during the game against the Las Vegas Raiders at Allegiant Stadium. (Kirby Lee/Imagn Images)

"Jamaica and the Caribbean hold a special place in my heart, filled with meaningful family memories," Blank himself said in a statement. 

"The impact of Hurricane Melissa is profound, but so is the resilience of people in this region. We’re humbled to support Team Rubicon and World Central Kitchen with an initial grant to help address immediate needs in the community with disaster relief and nourishing meals. While the road ahead will be long, our hearts are with those affected, and we hope our support brings comfort and strength along the way."

Falcons owner Arthur Blank before the Indianapolis Colts game at Mercedes-Benz Stadium on Dec. 24, 2023, in Atlanta. (Todd Kirkland/Getty Images)

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