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DETROIT (Reuters) - Chrysler Group LLC on Wednesday said it has begun a charitable foundation in the name of the company's chief executive, Sergio Marchionne.
The foundation will initially support the educational needs of the children of Chrysler employees. The first awards will be given in 2014.
Marchionne was already CEO of Italy's Fiat SpA
"Creating this foundation is a fitting tribute to all that has been accomplished at Chrysler," said Ronald L. Thompson, lead director of the Chrysler Group board in a press statement.
Marchionne, in the same statement, said, "The action being proposed by the board of directors provides an opportunity to support important causes consistent with the values of Chrysler, with an initial focus on the educational needs and ambitions of our employees' children."
(Reporting By Bernie Woodall)
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