Bridgestone raises nearly $2 million to benefit United Way in 2021

Nashville, TN – Bridgestone Americas (Bridgestone) announced it raised $1.94 million in 2021 for United Way of Greater Nashville to support the organization’s network of local groups providing essential community services and programs across Middle Tennessee. The donation is part of the company’s 28-year partnership with United Way, which includes an annual charitable giving campaign that has raised more than $8.5 million for the organization since 2012.

Amid the ongoing pandemic, Nashville-based Bridgestone teammates this year demonstrated their generosity through a virtual campaign that raised nearly $885,000 for United Way with an average donation of $595 – an individual contribution increase of 53% from 2019. The company also raised more than $1 million through its fourth annual Bridgestone United Way Charitable Golf Tournament held on October 19 at Hermitage Golf Club in Nashville. The annual tournament has generated more than $3 million in the four years it has been hosted.

“Bridgestone has long sought to improve the lives of those in our hometown by supporting the critical resources that United Way provides,” said Paolo Ferrari, president and CEO, Bridgestone Americas. “This year, our teammates once again stepped up to give back to their neighbors and create stronger and safer communities across Middle Tennessee. We feel honored to have the opportunity to uphold the important mission of United Way and look forward to our continued partnership.”

“All of us at United Way of Greater Nashville are immensely grateful for our ongoing partnership with Bridgestone,” said Brian Hassett, president & CEO, United Way of Greater Nashville. “Without these generous donations, we would not be able to assist our community in the tremendous way that we have, especially with the challenges we’ve faced over the past year and a half. Bridgestone has continuously proven to be a true leader that cares about the Nashville community and its citizens.”