Bridgestone Americas said it will donate $250,000 to the Japanese Red Cross to assist with relief efforts following the March 11 earthquake and tsunami that struck Japan.
"A tragedy of this magnitude is always devastating to see, but it’s especially heartbreaking when it affects our teammates, and their families and loved ones," said Gary Garfield, president and CEO. "On behalf of all Bridgestone Americas teammates, I’d like to express our sympathy to those who have lost loved ones, and we hope that the donation will aid the people of Japan in rebuilding and restoring their country."
Previously, Bridgestone Corp. announced that it would donate some $3.5 million in cash, bicycles and clothing to aid victims of the disaster; Continental AG planned to donate 250,000 euros in emergency aid; and Yokohama Rubber Co. said it would donate 50 million yen ($610,700) to assist with relief efforts.
Tire Review has posted a listing on its website home page of legitimate and effective relief organizations already engaged in assisting people in the affected areas of Japan. We will update that list as necessary, and urge all of our readers to lend a hand.
