Bergstrom in the Community
Bergstrom in the Community
Bergstrom Automotive is proud to be a part of the Fox Valley, Green Bay, and other communities throughout Wisconsin. Because of the people and the way of life here in Wisconsin, we wouldn't want to do business anywhere else.
Giving back has become an integral part of corporate culture, and the driving force behind this culture is Bergstrom's founder and CEO, John F. Bergstrom. Each year, Bergstrom Automotive contributes a significant amount of income and leadership to the communities in which we live and work.
Our Contributions
Make-a-Wish Wisconsin
For the last 13 years, the Bergstrom Automotive team has team with Make-a-Wish Wisconsin to help grant wishes to children with life-threatening illnesses throughout Wisconsin. Over 80 kids have had their wishes granted - mostly trips to Disney World or interactions with the Green Bay Packers!
Drive for a Cure
Beginning in 2009, Bergstrom began an initiative to raise funds for research for the cure of breast cancer. This annual two-day event brings in tens of thousands of dollars and countless volunteer hours from our many dealerships.
United Way
The Bergstrom Automotive team contributes hundreds of thousands of dollars annually to help the United Way of the Fox Cities. Bergstrom's support includes speaking at the campaign kick-off each year and other board involvement.
Fox Cities Performing Arts Center
Bergstrom Automotive was one of the first and largest contributors to the construction of the Fox Cities Performing Arts Center. John F. Bergstrom remains as a board member and Chairman Emeritus.
Marquette School of Dentistry
As a member of the Marquette Medical College Board, John F. Bergstrom led a successful effort to fund and build the Marquette School of Dentistry. This state-of-the-art facility is the only school of its kind in the state of Wisconsin.
Theda Clark Medical Center ThedaStar Helicopter
Bergstrom Automotive has made significant contributions to Theda Clark to provide and maintain a new medical transportation service. ThedaStar Air Medical provides helicopter transports and transfers for trauma patients and critically ill patients.
