Arthur M. Blank Foundation announces grants for high school flag football programs

(Photo - Scenes from the Atlanta Falcons NFL FLAG College Showcase at Mercedes-Benz Stadium in Atlanta, Ga. - By Julian Alexander/Atlanta Falcons)

High school flag football in Georgia would not have risen in popularity like it has without the help of Falcons owner Arthur M. Blank and his foundation. It is undeniable that his support – through grants to schools – has helped foster the growth from the early days of the sport to today.

In a news release from the Arthur M. Blank Foundation, it was announced Wednesday that every high school in Georgia will be eligible to receive a grant from the foundation.

"The growth, energy and support for girls flag football in Georgia has been outstanding over the past several years and has provided a model to extend our support across the nation," said Atlanta Falcons President and CEO Greg Beadles in the release. "Arthur Blank, his Family Foundation and the Falcons recognize the importance of providing girls the opportunity to play the game. We are honored to continue our support for girls flag football through camps and clinics, our annual college showcase at Mercedes-Benz Stadium and this grant opportunity. We are also fortunate to have a tremendous partnership with the Georgia High School Association and our elected officials in the Georgia House of Representatives who unanimously passed HR 347, encouraging all schools to establish girls flag football programs."

Georgia high schools interested in applying for grant funding to establish a girls flag football program or support their existing program can do so by visiting AtlantaFalcons.com/girls-flag-football.

"We are deeply grateful to the Arthur M. Blank Family Foundation and the Atlanta Falcons for their continued support of flag football," said Georgia High School Association Executive Director Dr. Tim Scott. "The Georgia High School organization is thankful for the strong working relationship and partnership we share with these outstanding organizations. We look forward to another year of continued growth and success in flag football."

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