July 21, 2021 Fresh off its 30th anniversary, the Nissan Foundation has awarded nearly $16 million to approximately 150 nonprofits since its founding in 1992. The mission of the Nissan Foundation – to build community by valuing culture diversity - is as relevant today as it was in 1992, when it was founded. Formed in response to the civil unrest that occurred near Nissan North America's then U.S. sales operations in Southern California following the Rodney King trial verdict, the Nissan Foundation has annually awarded hundreds of thousands of dollars to nonprofit organizations that support the Foundation's mission. In June 2023, the Nissan Foundation announced that for the first time it is awarding more than $1 million during its annual grant cycle. It is awarding $1.2 million to 39 nonprofits that share and celebrate diverse cultural perspectives, experiences and voices to communities across the country. The grant recipients are based in communities surrounding Nissan facilities in Southern California, Middle Tennessee, Central Mississippi, Dallas/Ft. Worth, Southeast Michigan, New York City and Atlanta. The 2023 grantees include museums, public television stations, libraries and other nonprofits promoting the many benefits that diversity brings to society. Related Stories An empowering journey begins Nissan is currently energized by Ambition 2030, our long-term vision for empowering mobility and beyond. Nissan Foundation kicks off 30 years of building inclusive communities In culmination of its 30th anniversary year, the Nissan Foundation hosted its first-ever symposium at Nissan's Franklin, Tenn. regional headquarters. Nissan Foundation grantee spotlight: One To World Hundreds of thousands of international students enter the United States each year to experience American culture while completing their studies. Nissan Foundation grantee spotlight: Atlanta History Center’s Juneteenth celebration During the Nissan Foundation's 30th anniversary year, we're profiling some of the Foundation's many grantees working to promote the value of our differences. Contact For inquiries about the Nissan Foundation, please email nissanfoundation@nissan-usa.com For inquiries about the Nissan Neighbors program, please email NissanNeighbors2@nissan-usa.com Issued by Nissan