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Education (Ford Philanthropy) is sponsored by Ford Motor Company (Ford Philanthropy). Ford Philanthropy focuses on preparing individuals for the future of work by providing grants that support skill development, including technical and soft skills. It aims to create pathways for individuals, helping them gain necessary skills and opening doors to opportunities, particularly in the mobility industry.
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Homepage | Ford Philanthropy Our mission: <a:blue> Partnering with communities to move people forward and upward</a:blue> <a:black>Ford Philanthropy’s 2025 Impact Report </a:black> <a:black>Moving People Forward and Upward, Together</a:black> https://www. youtube. com/watch?
v=dy9NqiArBsg <a:blue> Ford Philanthropy </a:blue> <a:black>The heart of Ford’s commitment to building a better world </a:black> Unlocking access to critical resources that empower communities to thrive Building pathways for careers in mobility, technology and the trades Using transportation and technology to expand access <a:black>Years of impact</a:black> <a:black>Philanthropic Contributions</a:black> <a:black>Countries Worldwide</a:black> <a:grey>Voices of Impact </a:grey> Explore our latest news to learn how we work with our partners to make an impact.
Driving <a:blue>community impact. </a:blue> Whether we tap into our employees’ passion for community service or apply our transportation and technology expertise, we bring partnership and progress to Ford communities around the world. <a:black>This community has always been filled with hope-builders.
Their stories of coming together continue to inspire my purpose here.
</a:black> <a:authorname>- Portia Roberson</a:authorname> <a:authordesignation> CEO of Focus: HOPE</a:authordesignation> Building on 75 years of impact, <a:blue>we are passionate about: </a:blue> <a:grey> Working with our local partners </a:grey> <a:grey> Solving systemic problems </a:grey> <a:grey>Applying Ford's mobility expertise </a:grey> Fueled by passion and pride Community service is deeply ingrained in Ford’s DNA.
We mobilize thousands of employees to give back to their communities every year. Global reach, local impact We partner with nonprofits on the ground to co-create and invest in solutions that meet unique community needs all around the world. We award grants to organizations that support our philanthropic focus areas in communities where Ford operates.
Out of respect for the time and resources of all our stakeholders, we are unable to accept unsolicited proposals or grant applications. For more detailed information about what we support, please check out the Partnerships and Funding section of our FAQ page.
According to the current listing, eligibility includes: Organizations that build pathways to education to prepare the next generation of leaders for careers in mobility, technology, and the trades. This includes scholarships and workforce training programs. Ford Philanthropy often works with partners like TechForce Foundation. Confirm the full requirements in the official notice before applying.
Education (Ford Philanthropy) is funded by Ford Motor Company (Ford Philanthropy). Verify program details on the funder's official page before applying.
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