Street Beat: Car Companies Giving Back To Communities

Southfield (CW50) - On this week's STREET BEAT, Lisa Germani sits down with four car companies in Detroit to discuss how they give back to their communities through foundations and partnerships. First, Ron Stallworth, Lead of External Affairs – Wayne County for Fiat Chrysler Automobiles, discusses the FCA Foundation and its impact on Detroit.

Next, Shawn Thompson, Community Engagement Manager for the Ford Motor Company Fund, talks about the history of the Ford Fund and how they invest in the community across Southeastern Michigan.

Then, Heidi Magyar, Director of Corporate Giving for General Motors, and Genna Young, Manager of Detroit Community Partnership for General Motors, explain how GM invests in mobility, employability and livability in Detroit.

Lastly, Praveena Ramaswami, Community Relations and Corporate Communications for Toyota Motor North America, talks about the partnerships Toyota has made to improve education in Michigan.

Watch STREET BEAT Saturday at 8:30am on CW50