Two large automobile makers give back to Savannah community
For the next two days, Hyundai and Genesis top officials nationwide will help spread care, one dollar at a time. It's all about making a difference in the lives of Savannah's youngest residents.
Hyundai will present a $150,000 donation to the Children's Hospital of Savannah. That will support both child passenger safety programs and pediatric cancer research. $50,000 of that will go toward teaching families how to properly install car seats.
The remaining money from Hyundai Hope on Wheels will fund vital support for kids battling cancer. Later this afternoon, Genesis will present a $50,000 grant to the Deep Center, helping to expand youth arts education programs.
The events kick off Tuesday at 11 a.m. at the Children's Hospital of Savannah.They'll wrap up tomorrow afternoon with a $15,000 donation made towards Make-A-Wish Georgia.
This money is part of the company's broader commitment to supporting communities across the country. WSAV will be there today for those donation events.
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