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Ford Philanthropy: Looking at 75 Years of Community Impact

Ford Philanthropy: Looking at 75 Years of Community Impact 
Ford Motor Company isn't just associated with iconic cars like the Ford Mustang or modern-day innovations like the Ford Lightning. The brand also has a strong record of philanthropy that dates back to Ford's very beginnings. As a company, Ford's presence in the community has meant more than just factories and workers. It means that communities build Ford, and Ford builds communities.
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The History of Ford

The History of Ford 
Henry Ford was a man of remarkable talent. In 1886, he built his first crude automobile, a vehicle that rode on four bicycle wheels and operated with an engine missing the reverse function. Still, it was a start. By 1903, Ford was ready to incorporate the Ford Motor Company, and this decision changed history forever.
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Facts You Didn't Know About the Ford Model T

Facts You Didn't Know About the Ford Model T 
In 1908, Henry Ford changed the world with his affordable Ford Model T. Affectionately known as the Tin Lizzie and made almost entirely of wood; the Model T made American automobiles accessible for the average American. How great was it, though? And why did Ford finally stop producing a model that had already sold its millionth model just 7 years after production started?
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