Kia America Donates $250,000 to American Red Cross (Source – KIA America)NATIONAL (WDNews) – Kia America has announced a $250,000 donation to the American Red Cross to support disaster relief and recovery efforts following Hurricane Beryl. This contribution reflects Kia’s dedication to assisting communities in need and helping rebuild lives affected by natural disasters.
Hurricane Beryl recently devastated Houston and surrounding areas, causing extensive damage, displacing thousands, and leaving over 2.2 million people without power. Kia America’s donation will help the Red Cross provide essential resources, such as emergency shelter, food, water, and health support to those impacted.
“Natural disasters like Hurricane Beryl remind us of the importance of solidarity and prompt action,” said SeungKyu (Sean) Yoon, President and CEO of Kia America. “Kia America is dedicated to standing by the communities where our customers and their families live and work. We are committed to helping the greater Houston community rebuild and recover, and we are grateful to the American Red Cross for their unwavering dedication to providing life-saving services during these challenging times.”
“Thanks to Kia’s generous donation, the Red Cross and our partners are on the ground supporting those in need after Hurricane Beryl,” said Sean Mahoney, chief executive officer at the American Red Cross Southern California Region. “We are grateful for partners like Kia as we work together to provide help and hope for communities as they begin their path to recovery.”
The American Red Cross shelters, feeds, and comforts disaster victims; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood; teaches life-saving skills; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members, and their families. The Red Cross relies on volunteers and public generosity to fulfill its mission.
Kia’s donation aligns with their “Accelerate the Good” initiative, which has provided over $30 million to those in need since 2019. Besides the Red Cross, Kia has also supported causes like treating childhood illness, fighting hunger and homelessness, aiding natural disaster victims, and assisting military families.
