The Nissan Foundation appoints new executive director of the Nissan Foundation

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The Nissan Foundation is making an important appointment to continue its extensive commitment to philanthropic efforts across the country with the naming of Ali Tonn as executive director. She will be responsible for leading the corporate giving and philanthropic strategy for Nissan in the Americas region, as well as overseeing the Foundation's ongoing support of education programs that celebrate and foster diversity.

"Ali's passion for work in service of social good and extensive experience with community volunteerism will help the Nissan Foundation refine and build upon its philanthropic strategy while deepening our relationships with partner organizations," said Chandra Vasser, vice president and chief DEI officer, Nissan Americas, and president of the Nissan Foundation. "Building on the impressive work of our 30th anniversary year, the Nissan Foundation continues to foster connections with trusted non-profits committed to promoting respect and understanding in our communities."

Tonn brings to the Nissan Foundation more than 20 years of experience in non-profit program leadership, driving initiatives in pursuit of service and social good, plus extensive work in diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging (DEI+B). Her professional background includes community impact programming in Tennessee, Wisconsin, New York, California, Texas, Canada and numerous other communities. She most recently served in an executive role at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum as senior director of education and community engagement. Tonn holds a master's degree in arts administration from the University of Wisconsin and a bachelor's degree in music from the University of Kansas.

Corporate giving remains a top priority for Nissan following the foundation's 30th anniversary. The Nissan Foundation has awarded approximately $14 million in donations to over 150 non-profits in 8 communities committed to promoting cultural awareness and understanding. It was founded in 1992 as a direct response to the civil unrest that followed the Rodney King trial verdict that occurred near Nissan North America's then U.S. sales operations in Southern California.