Hyundai and Hyundai Hope On Wheels Fund Child Health and Education Initiatives at Anaheim Hyundai Grand Re-Opening

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Hyundai Motor America celebrated the grand re-opening of Anaheim Hyundai with significant community investments. The company, along with Anaheim Hyundai, donated $15,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim for educational programming and hosted a Hydrogen STEM Program for over 25 students. Additionally, Hyundai Hope On Wheels and Anaheim Hyundai contributed $15,000 to the UC Irvine Anti-Cancer Challenge for pediatric cancer research.

The donation to the Boys & Girls Club will support their IMPACT Model, providing educational resources and curriculum focusing on STEM programs, coding, and entrepreneurship. The Hydrogen STEM Program gave students hands-on experience with the Hyundai Nexo hydrogen fuel-cell SUV and involved building hydrogen-powered model vehicles.

Notably, Hyundai Hope On Wheels has surpassed $250 million in lifetime donations supporting over 1,300 childhood cancer research grants across 175 institutions. Hyundai's U.S. operations, including its manufacturing facilities and 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy.

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• U.S. operations contribute $20.1 billion annually to the economy
• Network of 835 independent dealers supports 190,000 U.S. jobs
• Strong commitment to R&D with multiple facilities in the U.S.

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• Hyundai and Anaheim Hyundai donate $15,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim towards its educational programming
• Hyundai hosts Hydrogen STEM Program at the Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim
• Hyundai Hope On Wheels and Anaheim Hyundai donate $15,000 to the UC Irvine Anti-Cancer Challenge to support pediatric cancer research

ANAHEIM, Calif., March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- To celebrate the grand re-opening of Anaheim Hyundai, Hyundai, Hyundai Hope On Wheels, and Anaheim Hyundai have come together to support child health and education initiatives in the local community. Hyundai and Anaheim Hyundai donated $15,000 to the Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim towards its educational programming as part of its corporate social responsibility initiative, Hyundai Hope, which seeks to foster positive growth in communities, particularly for children. The company also hosted its Hydrogen Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics (STEM) program for elementary and middle school students at the Club. Additionally, Hyundai Hope On Wheels and Anaheim Hyundai donated $15,000 to the University of California Irvine for the UC Irvine Anti-Cancer Challenge to support its pediatric cancer research initiatives.

"Hyundai is passionate about investing in the community where we live and do business, especially when it comes to children's health and education," said Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility, Hyundai Motor North America. "We are proud to invest in the next generation of leaders by supporting programs that nurture and develop young minds. Additionally, the UC Irvine Anti-Cancer Challenge performs critical research on pediatric cancer, which Hyundai Hope On Wheels has championed for the past 27 years."

Hyundai and Anaheim Hyundai donated to the Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim towards its educational programming. The donation will power the Club's state-of-the-art IMPACT Model, ensuring every member receives a well-rounded foundation to become future-ready. The program equips youth with essential educational resources, materials, and curriculum to bridge learning gaps and prevent summer learning loss. The Club also focuses on expanding horizons through public speaking, STEM programs, coding, entrepreneurship, and more, inspiring creativity and innovation.

Hyundai hosted its Hydrogen STEM Program at the Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim at its Manzanita Clubhouse for over 25 elementary and middle schoolers. Students received a preview of the Hyundai Nexo, Hyundai's hydrogen fuel-cell SUV, and learned about clean energy and hydrogen technology. The students also built hydrogen-powered model vehicles, incorporating recycled materials and sustainable design principles, and tested on a Hyundai-branded racetrack.

"We are proud to partner with Hyundai and Anaheim Hyundai to support the next generation of leaders by investing in education and innovation," said David Blair, senior director, philanthropy, Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim. "This generous contribution will empower local youth with the tools, resources, and opportunities they need to be future-ready and build great futures."

Hyundai Hope On Wheels and Anaheim Hyundai also donated to the Anti-Cancer Challenge to support pediatric cancer research. Since its inception in 2017, the Anti-Cancer Challenge has raised over $6.2 million for groundbreaking cancer research and has funded a diverse range of pediatric cancer research projects. The donations received through the Anti-Cancer Challenge will continue to fund these critical studies and support the development of new, potentially life-saving treatments. Hyundai Hope On Wheels has been funding this type of research at institutions across the nation since 1998, establishing itself as an industry leader in supporting the fight against pediatric cancer.

Hyundai Hope On Wheels
Hyundai Hope On Wheels® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to finding a cure for childhood cancer. Launched in 1998, Hyundai Hope On Wheels provides grants to eligible institutions nationwide that are pursuing critical research aimed at improving treatments and saving lives. Hyundai Hope On Wheels is one of the largest nonprofit funders of pediatric cancer research in the country. Primary funding for Hyundai Hope On Wheels comes from Hyundai Motor America and its more than 830 U.S. dealers. In 2024, Hyundai Hope On Wheels surpassed a lifetime total donation of $250 million in support of more than 1,300 childhood cancer research grants to over 175 hospitals and research institutions.

Hyundai Hope
Hyundai Hope is a corporate social responsibility initiative from Hyundai Motor North America, committed to the principal of Progress for Humanity and the goal of improving the wellbeing of society. Hyundai Hope dedicates time and supplies resources to nonprofit organizations that support the health and safety of individuals and foster positive growth in communities. For more information, visit www.HyundaiHope.com.

Hyundai Motor America
Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America, and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai's 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a published economic impact report. For more information, visit www.hyundainews.com.

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FAQ

How much did Hyundai donate to community initiatives at the Anaheim Hyundai grand re-opening?

Hyundai donated a total of $30,000, with $15,000 going to the Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim and $15,000 to the UC Irvine Anti-Cancer Challenge.

What is the total contribution of Hyundai Hope On Wheels to pediatric cancer research?

Hyundai Hope On Wheels has donated over $250 million supporting more than 1,300 childhood cancer research grants across 175 institutions.

What is HYMTF's economic impact on the U.S. economy?

Hyundai's U.S. operations contribute $20.1 billion annually and provide 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy through its facilities and dealer network.

What educational initiatives did HYMTF implement at the Boys & Girls Club of Anaheim?

Hyundai implemented the Hydrogen STEM Program, featuring the Nexo hydrogen fuel-cell SUV and hands-on activities building hydrogen-powered model vehicles for over 25 students.