Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (HMGMA) is reinforcing its deep commitment to the coastal Georgia region with a $150,000 donation to two United Way chapters that serve as critical safety nets for families and individuals in crisis.
The donation includes $100,000 to United Way of the Coastal Empire and $50,000 to United Way of Southeast Georgia. In close collaboration with United Way leadership, HMGMA worked to ensure that long-standing nonprofit partners, including The Salvation Army of Savannah, Coastal Empire Habitat for Humanity, and Second Harvest of Coastal Georgia, will continue to receive financial support as part of this contribution. Both chapters will use the funds to address pressing regional issues, such as disaster recovery, food insecurity, homelessness and access to essential services.
“The United Way’s deep roots in the community and its proven ability to respond to urgent needs make it an ideal partner as we work to support the places our Meta Pros call home,” said HMGMA Chief Administrative Officer Brent Stubbs. “This donation reflects our belief that strong communities build strong companies. As HMGMA continues to grow, we are equally committed to growing our impact on addressing local needs. We’re proud to stand alongside United Way and the many nonprofits that serve on the front lines of our region’s greatest challenges.”
The announcement was made during a press conference today on the manufacturing floor of HMGMA’s state-of-the-art electrified vehicle plant in Bryan County. Board members and leadership from United Way of Coastal Georgia, United Way of Southeast Georgia, The Salvation Army, Habitat for Humanity and Second Harvest were in attendance to celebrate the occasion and speak to the impact the investment would have on strengthening the community.
Both United Way chapters spoke of the impact the investment would have on the communities they serve.
“We are deeply grateful for Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America’s incredible generosity and commitment to our community,” said Kimberly Waller, president and CEO of United Way of the Coastal Empire. “This meaningful investment exemplifies the caring power of our community, strengthening our impact and fueling our mission to improve lives throughout the Coastal Empire.”
“We are incredibly grateful to Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America for this generous investment in our region’s wellbeing,” said Carey Cassedy, executive director of the United Way of Southeast Georgia. “This contribution will help expand access to essential resources like housing assistance, childcare and vital health services. HMGMA’s commitment to our community is more than financial – it’s a partnership rooted in shared values and a vision for a stronger, more resilient Southeast Georgia.”