1. Toyota donates over $600,000 for Texas flood relief efforts. 2. Toyota Financial Services provides payment relief options for affected customers. 3. Community Foundation directs funds to vetted organizations for rescue and recovery. 4. TMNA matches dealer contributions up to $10,000 for relief efforts. 5. Toyota Texas employees support ongoing relief efforts through donations.
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PLANO, Texas, July 8, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Toyota Motor North America (TMNA) is partnering with Toyota Financial Services (TFS), Gulf States Toyota (GST), Southeast Toyota (SET), Vic Vaughan Toyota of Boerne and Toyota and Lexus dealers nationwide, to provide a combined donation of more than $600,000 to support those impacted by the devastating flash floods in Kerr County and the Texas Hill Country over the July 4th weekend. The group's relief efforts include donations to the Community Foundation of the Texas Hill Country's Kerr County Flood Relief Fund, along with matching contributions, in-kind donations and volunteerism.
"When disasters like this occur, it's important to help our neighbors and communities in their time of need," said Ted Ogawa, chief executive officer, Toyota Motor North America. "Our hearts go out to everyone affected by this horrible tragedy. Thank you to the first responders and volunteers who are working tirelessly to assist on the front lines."
Similar to a family coming together during a time of crisis, Toyota and its partners are responding in a One Toyota approach to include TMNA, TFS, distributors, dealers, and the manufacturing plants. As the leading distributor in the region, the impact of this event hits home for GST.
"We are deeply saddened by the immeasurable loss caused by the devastation from this disaster. Every person and family impacted remain in our prayers," said Dan Friedkin, Chairman and CEO of Gulf States Toyota. "In these challenging times, I am reminded of the strength and spirit that define this great state. Gulf States Toyota was born here, built here, and especially in times of hardship, we remain committed to supporting our communities as they try to heal and rebuild."
Toyota dealers are often among the first to step up in times of need. Vic Vaughan Toyota of Boerne, along with The Vic Vaughan Family Foundation, have taken an active role in recovery efforts, generously contributing to help jumpstart the response.
Toyota and its partners are working in a variety of ways to reach the greatest number of people affected by the flooding, summarized below:
Toyota's ongoing sustainable development commitments include the American Red Cross and St. Bernard Project (SBP). These organizations provide critical resources in disaster response and recovery nationwide, including the Texas Hill Country.
Toyota (NYSE:TM) has been a part of the cultural fabric in the U.S. for nearly 70 years, and is committed to advancing sustainable, next-generation mobility through our Toyota and Lexus brands, plus our nearly 1,500 dealerships.
Toyota Financial Services (TFS) is the brand for finance and related products for Toyota in the United States, offering retail auto financing and leasing through Toyota Motor Credit Corporation (TMCC).
Gulf States Toyota (GST) is one of America's most successful private companies and one of the world's largest distributors of Toyota vehicles and parts, founded in 1969 in Houston, Texas.
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