Genesis and Genesis Inspiration Foundation Contribute $100,000 to Youth Sports and Education in Coastal Georgia

Genesis and Genesis Inspiration Foundation recently announced a combined contribution of $100,000 towards youth sports and education in Coastal Georgia. The area is home to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA), Hyundai Motor Group’s first dedicated electric vehicle mass-production plant in Bryan County, Georgia.

“Genesis is proud of our long-term commitment to Georgia,” said Drew Ferguson, senior vice president, government affairs, Hyundai Motor Group, and Georgia native. “This includes investing billions of dollars and creating thousands of jobs in our manufacturing facilities and the supplier ecosystem. It also includes giving back to the communities where our team members live and work. On behalf of all of us at Genesis, it’s an honor to support these worthy organizations that do so much for our communities.”

“At Genesis, we believe in empowering young people with the tools needed to excel in the classroom and beyond,” said Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility, Genesis Motor America. “Participation in educational and youth sports programs are incredibly beneficial for children and set them up for future success. We are thrilled to promote these programs in the Coastal Georgia community.”

Genesis Motor America is committed to enriching the lives of youth through its Genesis Gives corporate social responsibility initiative by supporting programs in the areas of youth sports and science, technology, engineering, art, and mathematics (STEAM) education.

Participation in youth sports programs is shown to build character and teach important skills such as communication and teamwork. The following youth sports organizations each received a donation:

• First Tee Savannah: Since 2023, Genesis has partnered with First Tee Savannah, a youth development organization that introduces young people to the game of golf while instilling life-enhancing values such as strength, self-confidence, and resilience. 
• Girls on the Run South Georgia: Since 2022, Genesis has supported the local Girls on the Run chapter in Coastal Georgia, which is now Girls on the Run South Georgia. The organization utilizes fun, evidence-based programs that boost confidence and teach important life skills while increasing levels of physical activity.
• Savannah United: Since 2022, Genesis has partnered with Savannah United, who offers youth soccer programs through leagues, camps, and tournaments that promote self-esteem and character building in children.

Genesis also supports STEAM education programs for young people, which help cultivate a lifelong love of learning and passion for innovation. Since 2022, Genesis has partnered with the Savannah College of Art and Design (SCAD). SCAD is a private, nonprofit, accredited university, offering more than 100 graduate and undergraduate degree programs across locations in Atlanta and Savannah, Georgia; Lacoste, France; and online via SCADnow. This donation provides scholarships to students that will help them launch their creative professions.

Genesis Inspiration Foundation presented a $50,000 grant to Deep Center, a nonprofit that uses writing, art, and culture to fuel the creative fires of Savannah’s young people. The organization works with over 800 youth locally and across Georgia, with more than 200 teachers, writers, and community stakeholders every year. The donation is part of Genesis Inspiration Foundation’s recent $3 million commitment to provide grants to 83 youth arts organizations across the country as part of its mission to connect youth to the transformative power of the arts.