FARMINGTON HILLS, Mich. – Robert Bosch LLC today announced a $40,700 grant to Friends of the Park in support of the Farmington Hills, Mich., Founders Sports Park fishing pier development and environmental programming, an initiative that will provide an opportunity for the community to experience fishing right in their backyard and foster hands-on educational programs promoting sustainability, conservation and ecology.
The Bosch Community Fund (BCF), a U.S.-based foundation established in September 2011, awards more than $3 million annually in grants to various 501(c)(3) organizations and educational institutions. The BCF focuses primarily on the enrichment of Science, Technology, Engineering and Math (STEM) education and the advancement of environmental sustainability initiatives.
The grant to Friends of the Park will assist with the construction of an Americans with Disabilities Act-accessible boardwalk, seating areas, interpretive signage and educational programs, including learn-to-fish classes, pond ecology, shoreline restoration, wildlife conservation and sustainability of the watershed. The 101-acre park has recreational facilities that bring in more than 1 million visitors annually.
“Bosch was founded on the principle that in addition to a focus on innovative strength, we must demonstrate social and environmental responsibility in the communities in which we do business,” said Mike Mansuetti, president of Robert Bosch LLC. “Our support for the Founders Sports Park fishing pier not only enhances the community, but provides an educational experience to children and their families.”
In addition, four of Bosch’s Michigan operations – Farmington Hills, Plymouth, Novi and Flat Rock – were recently recognized with a Clean Corporate Citizen (C3) Award from the Michigan Department of Environmental Quality (DEQ). The award honors establishments that demonstrate outstanding performance in the areas of environmental management, pollution prevention and environmental compliance. Bosch is one of 11 companies in Oakland County to achieve this recognition.
“Achieving the Clean Corporate Citizen Award is important to Bosch because it demonstrates that Bosch has earned the confidence and trust of the State of Michigan in establishing robust processes that will help protect and preserve the environment,” said Mansuetti.
