GENESIS AND GENESIS INSPIRATION FOUNDATION SUPPORT YOUTH SPORTS AND ARTS EDUCATION AT GENESIS OF LINDON GRAND OPENING

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Sep 09, 2024, 11:00 ET

Genesis and Genesis of Lindon donate $20,000 to Tony Finau Foundation
Genesis Inspiration Foundation and Genesis of Lindon donate $20,000 to The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater

LINDON, Utah, Sept. 9, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of the brand's first dedicated retail facility in Utah, Genesis, Genesis Inspiration Foundation, and Genesis of Lindon collectively donated $40,000 to support community initiatives in youth sports and arts education. These donations will specifically fund Tony Finau Foundation's junior golf programs and The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater's education center.

(left to right) Ben Murdock, owner, Genesis of Lindon, Cody Hale, founder, The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater, Jacob Hong, chief executive coordinator, Genesis Motor America, Chelsea Fairborn, executive director, Tony Finau Foundation, Claudia Marquez, chief operating officer, Genesis Motor North America, Tyson Murdock, owner, Genesis of Lindon, Blake Murdock, owner, Genesis of Lindon, Sean Kipp, general manager, Genesis Motor America in Lindon, Utah on September 4, 2024 (Photo/Genesis)

"As we celebrate the Genesis of Lindon grand opening, we are also proud to continue extending our dedication beyond the showroom and into the community," said Claudia Marquez, chief operating officer, Genesis Motor North America. "Together with Genesis of Lindon, we are committed to nurturing the talents of future generations through support for local youth sports and arts programs."

The Tony Finau Foundation aims to empower under-resourced youth to discover, develop, and achieve their goals both in and out of the classroom. Through funding, equipment donations, and mentorship from Tony Finau, the Foundation invests in junior golf programs across Utah. Each year, two promising golfers with Utah ties are selected to receive financial support on their journey to the PGA or LPGA tours. The donation is part of Genesis Gives, a corporate social responsibility initiative from Genesis Motor America, which aims to improve access to quality youth sports in communities.

"We are so grateful for this generous donation from Genesis Gives and Genesis of Lindon," said Chelsea Fairbourn, executive director, Tony Finau Foundation. "This donation will allow us to support youth sports, especially golf, in a meaningful way and provide opportunities for kids that may not have the chance to participate and compete otherwise."

The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater is set to redefine the cultural landscape of Utah Valley by delivering world-class entertainment and fostering the next generation of artistic talent. With a focus on community and education, The Ruth will offer best-in-state programs that build confidence and theatrical skills in young performers through the Hale Youth Academy. This donation will support The Ruth's education center, expanding opportunities for youth to explore and excel in the arts.

"Genesis invests in and uplifts the community," said Cody Swenson, executive director, The Ruth and Nathan Hale Theater. "At The Ruth, our goal is to change lives through connection, education, and the power of theater. Having partners like Genesis Inspiration Foundation and Genesis of Lindon who share in that vision is extraordinary."

Genesis Gives

Genesis Gives is a corporate social responsibility initiative from Genesis Motor America. Expanding on the brand's commitment to the highest standards of performance and its athletic elegance design identity, Genesis Gives supports nonprofit organizations with the goal of improving access to, and performance in, youth sports and STEAM education in under-resourced communities. Since 2022, Genesis has donated nearly $1.8 million to support communities across the country. For more information, visit genesisgives.com.

Genesis Inspiration Foundation

Genesis Inspiration Foundation is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization committed to connecting youth to the transformative power of the arts. Our mission is to improve educational outcomes by providing access to arts programs that engage and inspire children in under-resourced communities. Since its inception in 2018, the Genesis Inspiration Foundation has donated $10 million to fund youth arts programming at museums, schools, and nonprofit art and cultural organizations nationwide. With the support of Genesis retailers and charitable donations, we are introducing children to a new world of the possible. To learn more about the Genesis Inspiration Foundation, visit genesisinspirationfoundation.org.

Genesis Motor North America

At Genesis, we put the customer at the center of every decision we make. Genesis is a global automotive brand that delivers the highest standards of performance, design, safety, and innovation while looking towards a more sustainable future. Genesis designs customer experiences that go beyond products, embodying audacious, forward-thinking, and distinctly Korean characteristics within its unique Athletic Elegance design identity. With a growing range of award-winning models — including the 2023 MotorTrend Car of the Year G90 along with G70, G80, GV60, GV70, GV80, and GV80 Coupe – Genesis aims to lead the age of electrification with battery EVs, starting with its Electrified G80, GV60, and Electrified GV70 models.

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