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Ford outlines local investments, scholarships and Good Neighbor commitments to Fayette County schools
Summary
A Ford Community Relations representative told the Fayette County board that the new Tennessee Truck Plant will produce gas-powered trucks and that Ford has expanded a Good Neighbor Plan supporting schools and community programs within a 15-mile radius, including funding 30 4-H scholarships.
Marianne Dunavant of Ford Community Relations presented an update to the Fayette County Public Schools Board on Feb. 9 about the company’s engagement in West Tennessee around the new Tennessee Truck Plant.
Dunavant said the plant’s retooling will produce gas-powered trucks and that changes required adjustments to suppliers and workforce training; she emphasized Ford remains committed to electric vehicle production in other locations. She described a Good Neighbor Plan that exceeded the company’s initial $9 million commitment and listed community supports within a 15-mile radius of the plant, including contributions to Fayette County schools, home-improvement programs, rental and utility assistance, transportation programs (such as Catch a Ride) and scholarships.
Board members noted Ford-funded support for the UT Extension Office 4-H program in Somerville and said Ford funded 30 scholarships for students to attend camp. Dunavant framed Ford’s work as aligning with the company’s community pillars — environment and conservation, public safety, community spaces, and equity and access — and said programs are developed in partnership with local organizations to address needs such as transportation and after-school access.
Dr. McPherson thanked Dunavant for the presentation and invited her to return periodically to update the board and community.
