makingadifference

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Topic: Ford

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Ford Fund and Ford Truck Dominate FFA National Conference. Ford Motor Company Fund and Ford Truck once again dominated the. 2006 National FFA Conference in ...

 

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makingadifferencePage 1Volume 2 Issue 4 Winter 2006 Official Newsletter of Ford Motor Company Fund makingadifferenceJim Vella President Ford Motor Company Fund and Community ServicesShortly after Henry Ford began his enterprise in 1903 he said A business that makes nothing but money is a poor business. He was referring to the obligation of companies not only to create good products for their customers but also to share good works and goodwill. That is precisely the goal of Ford Motor Company Fund to support initiatives and institutions that enhance and improve opportunities for those who live in the communities where Ford Motor Company operates. As the new president of Ford Motor Company Fund and Community Services I look forward to continuing the legacy of corporate responsibility that Sandy Ulsh who has elected to retire has been fostering so well for the past six years. Since beginning my career at Ford in 1988 I have watched the companys lendahand spirit grow. Having served as chairperson of Ford Motor Company Funds board of directors and through my active involvement in the creation of Ford Volunteer Corps in 2005 I truly believe Ford and its employees are making a difference. Consistent with Fords plan to reduce costs and bring the company back to profitability Ford Funds grants and sponsorships have also been impacted. While the distribution amount has changed Ford Motor Company Funds commitment to playing an active role in the community and working with our partners remains unchanged. We will continue to focus on education our No. 1 priority by expanding existing programs such as Ford Partnership for Advanced Studies and Henry Ford Academy. Ford Motor Company Fund will focus its educational giving on creating and implementing innovative new programs that cultivate the skills needed to create tomorrows innovations. Ford Motor Company Fund is continuing its commitment to safety by assisting young drivers through its Driving Skills for Life national We ...

 

 

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