Ford Good Neighbor Plan
for West Tennessee
Ford's $9 million commitment to community investments, workforce development and protecting the environment.
Dear friends and neighbors in West Tennessee,
We are at the start of an exciting chapter in the story of this region, and it is one we are writing together. The next few years will shape our communities for generations and we believe deeply that this should be an era of shared prosperity and opportunity. Every community surrounding BlueOval City should benefit as the complex comes to life.
That’s why we created the Good Neighbor Plan – the largest community investment made by a company so far in rural West Tennessee.
This isn’t just a plan on paper. It’s action born from listening.
Ford Philanthropy Scholarships
Ford Philanthropy and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers have teamed up to foster the next generation of auto manufacturing talent by awarding $2,500 cost-of-attendance scholarships to local students pursuing careers in automotive-related manufacturing.
The Ford Community Center
This project represents a significant commitment to community revitalization. The historic African-American schoolhouse in Stanton will be renovated and repurposed as a central hub for community services, offering a wide range of resources and opportunities to residents.
Future Investment Priorities
Based on community feedback, Ford is prioritizing investments in literacy and youth development, building vibrant community spaces, strengthening existing community centers, empowering education, and providing much-needed support services, including financial assistance, access to fresh food, and legal aid. This includes funding for after-school programs, farmers' markets, and community gardens.
Equitable Growth Advisory Council
This council, comprising 30 community leaders, is working to identify and address barriers to equitable growth, ensuring that the benefits of BlueOval City are shared by all. Their work has identified key needs in social services, economic opportunity, and infrastructure.
Ford Philanthropy Scholarships
Ford Philanthropy and the Society of Manufacturing Engineers have teamed up to foster the next generation of auto manufacturing talent by awarding $2,500 cost-of-attendance scholarships to local students pursuing careers in automotive-related manufacturing.
The Ford Community Center
This project represents a significant commitment to community revitalization. The historic African-American schoolhouse in Stanton will be renovated and repurposed as a central hub for community services, offering a wide range of resources and opportunities to residents.
Future Investment Priorities
Based on community feedback, Ford is prioritizing investments in literacy and youth development, building vibrant community spaces, strengthening existing community centers, empowering education, and providing much-needed support services, including financial assistance, access to fresh food, and legal aid. This includes funding for after-school programs, farmers' markets, and community gardens.
Equitable Growth Advisory Council
This council, comprising 30 community leaders, is working to identify and address barriers to equitable growth, ensuring that the benefits of BlueOval City are shared by all. Their work has identified key needs in social services, economic opportunity, and infrastructure.
Vision of The Plan
To provide economic opportunity, to help move residents upward and forward, and to be a valued partner in building thriving and resilient communities in West Tennessee, fostering opportunities for all.
Mission of The Plan
To invest in the well-being of West Tennessee residents based on their input; to develop a local talent pipeline; to protect the local environment; and to leverage the core strengths of Ford’s philanthropic arm, Ford Philanthropy, in helping uplift the community.
Guiding Principles in Developing The Plan
Work collaboratively with the community and make investments that are sustainable, transparent, and inclusive based on input from community leaders and residents.
Vision of The Plan
To provide economic opportunity, to help move residents upward and forward, and to be a valued partner in building thriving and resilient communities in West Tennessee, fostering opportunities for all.
Mission of The Plan
To invest in the well-being of West Tennessee residents based on their input; to develop a local talent pipeline; to protect the local environment; and to leverage the core strengths of Ford’s philanthropic arm, Ford Philanthropy, in helping uplift the community.
Guiding Principles in Developing The Plan
Work collaboratively with the community and make investments that are sustainable, transparent, and inclusive based on input from community leaders and residents.
Implementation of the Plan
Community Feedback: Continue resident surveys and listening sessions to provide ongoing guidance and feedback on program development and implementation.
Annual Update: Provide an annual update highlighting program outcomes and community impact, ensuring transparency and accountability.
Employee Engagement: Encourage employee participation in volunteer activities and community initiatives, fostering a culture of community involvement.
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