Kia America Contributes $100,000 to American Red Cross for Texas Flood Relief Efforts

Kia America Donates $100,000 to American Red Cross for Texas Flood Relief

Kia America, in collaboration with Central Texas Kia Dealers, recently announced a significant donation of $100,000 to the American Red Cross. This generous contribution aims to assist communities impacted by the devastating floods that have struck Texas. The company reiterates its commitment to disaster relief and support for those in need.

The funds will directly support essential services, including emergency shelters, food distribution, medical assistance, and rebuilding efforts for families affected by the flooding. SeungKyu (Sean) Yoon, the President and CEO of Kia North America, emphasized the company’s dedication to helping neighbors and families in times of crisis. He stated, "Kia America and our network of Central Texas dealers stand united in the face of adversity, committed to supporting the communities we serve."

This donation is part of Kia's philanthropic initiative, Accelerate the Good, which has been active since 2019 and has contributed over $30 million to various humanitarian efforts across the nation. The initiative addresses several critical issues, including childhood cancer, hunger relief, support for homeless youth, disaster relief, assistance for military families, and environmental clean-up projects.

The partnership with the American Red Cross underlines Kia’s robust philanthropic approach. The organization plays a vital role in sheltering and comforting disaster victims, providing approximately 40% of the nation’s blood supply, teaching life-saving skills, and distributing humanitarian aid worldwide. Notably, the Red Cross heavily relies on volunteers and public generosity to sustain its mission, making Kia's support all the more impactful.

In addition to the monetary contribution, Kia America is exploring further ways to assist recovery efforts across Texas. This includes planning local volunteer initiatives and customer assistance programs to foster community resilience. The commitment shown by Kia and its dealers reflects a broader ethical responsibility seen in many corporate social responsibility agendas.

Kia America, based in Irvine, California, continues to excel in automotive quality rankings, recently being recognized as one of the World’s Most Sustainable Companies by TIME in 2024. The company further engages with communities as the official automotive partner of the NBA and WNBA, demonstrating its commitment to both sports and social initiatives. Kia offers a range of vehicles, including gasoline, hybrid, plug-in hybrid, and electric models, through over 800 dealerships across the U.S., many of which assemble vehicles locally.

For those looking to support the Red Cross or learn more about Kia's ongoing community involvement, further information can be found on their respective websites. In times of crisis, collaboration and communal efforts highlight the best of human compassion, and Kia America’s actions present a commendable example of corporate responsibility in action.

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Together, we can make a difference, Kia believes, as they strive to empower and uplift the affected communities with ongoing support and aid.