Paul Newman, Amy Grant, Bobby Rahal and Brooks & Dunn Named Honorary Chairs of Firestone's 100 Who Serve
25 May 2000
Paul Newman, Amy Grant, Bobby Rahal and Brooks & Dunn Named Honorary Chairs of Firestone's 100 Who Serve
NASHVILLE, Tenn.--(ENTERTAINMENT WIRE)--May 23, 2000--Celebrities support program to donate almost a quarter million dollars
to charities nationwide
Legendary actor Paul Newman joins singer Amy Grant, country music's award-winning duo Brooks & Dunn and acclaimed racecar driver, Bobby Rahal as honorary chairs for Firestone's "100 Who Serve."
100 Who Serve is a national contest to identify and recognize 100 people who serve others, created by Bridgestone/Firestone to celebrate the centennial year for the Firestone brand. The 100 Who Serve contest will honor 100 individuals nationwide who have exhibited exceptional volunteerism within their local communities.
The Bridgestone/Firestone trust fund will make a $2,000 contribution to the nonprofit charity or organization of choice for each person selected to receive the award. Additional contributions totaling $30,000 will go to the top three honorees' designated charities or organizations.
"Go online today--firestone100.com--to nominate that special someone you know. Your local hero won't be recognized if they aren't nominated. It's up to you to make sure they get the appreciation they deserve," explains Chris Karbowiak, Vice President of Public Affairs - Bridgestone/Firestone.
To be eligible for consideration, individuals must be nominated, and nominations must be received by June 15, 2000. Anyone who is a legal resident in the 50 United States and District of Columbia, 13 years of age or older, can make a nomination by filling out an official entry form and writing an essay about the nominee. No purchase is necessary.
Honorees will be recognized in national and local advertisements, and the top three honorees' designated charities will receive additional contributions totaling $30,000. The top three nominees and their guests will attend the 2001 Indianapolis 500 race.
"We want to begin our second century by honoring those who truly make a difference in the lives of others. What better way to honor those who serve than by giving combined financial support of almost one-quarter million dollars to their charities and causes," says Karbowiak.
Entry forms, as well as the complete set of rules and regulations, are available at www.firestone100.com, at participating Firestone dealerships, at any Bridgestone/Firestone company owned store including Firestone Tire & Service Centers, ExpertTire or Mark Morris locations or by writing to "100 Who Serve" headquarters (P.O. Box 150639, Nashville, TN 37215).
"100 Who Serve" is open to legal residents of the 50 United States and Washington D.C. aged 13 or older. No purchase is necessary. Employees of Bridgestone/Firestone, independent Firestone dealers and their family members are eligible to nominate or be nominated for "100 Who Serve."
Nashville-based Bridgestone/Firestone, Inc. is the largest subsidiary of Bridgestone Corporation, the world's largest tire and rubber company. Bridgestone/Firestone develops, manufactures and markets Bridgestone, Firestone, Dayton, associate and private brand tires. The company also produces Firestone air springs, roofing materials, synthetic rubber, and industrial fibers and textiles.
"Indianapolis 500" and "Indy 500" are registered trademarks of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.
Throughout the year 2000, Bridgestone/Firestone will celebrate its heritage through an international campaign entitled: "Firestone: A Legend. A Century. A Celebration." recognizing the entrepreneurial spirit that built the Firestone brand now admired worldwide.
High resolution graphic available on-line at www.gish.com/100_who_serve