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Mazda Foundation Awards $586,361 In 2026 Grants, Deepening Long Standing Commitments To Food Security, Education, And Workforce Development

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February 16, 2026

The Mazda Foundation (USA), Inc. today announced $586,361 in 2026 grant funding to support nine nonprofit partners delivering critical programs in food security, education and STEM, and workforce development across the communities Mazda serves. This year’s investments reinforce the Foundation’s commitment to long‑term, high‑impact partnerships that create opportunity and strengthen community resilience.

“Each of these grants reflects our commitment to investing in programs that create lasting opportunity while deepening the connection between Mazda employees and the communities where we live and work,” said Tamara Mlynarczyk, manager of public affairs for Mazda North American Operations and president of Mazda Foundation (USA), Inc. “These organizations offer meaningful, hands‑on volunteer opportunities that inspire our employees and strengthen our shared impact.”

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