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Hyundai Hope donates to Alexandria Celebrates Women to support mental health programs for women Hyundai Hope On Wheels donates to Georgetown University's Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center to support children with cancer ALEXANDRIA, Va., Sept. 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- In honor of the grand re-opening of Alexandria Hyundai, Hyundai and Hyundai Hope On Wheels donated to community health initiatives in Alexandria, Va. Hyundai donated to Alexandria Celebrates Women to support mental health programs for women. Additionally, Hyundai Hope On Wheels donated to the Georgetown University's Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center to support clinical care for children diagnosed with cancer. Continue Reading (left to right) Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility, Hyundai Motor North America, Bob Kim, vice president, national sales, Hyundai Motor Company, Pat Miller, chair, Alexandria Celebrates Women, Debbie Evans, division chief, sexual assault center & domestic violence program, department of community and human services, City of Alexandria, Kevin Reilly, owner and president, Alexandria Hyundai at Alexandria Hyundai in Alexandria, Va. on September 17, 2024. (Photo/Hyundai) (left to right) John Guastaferro, executive director, Hyundai Hope On Wheels, Bob Kim, vice president, national sales, Hyundai Motor Company, Dr. Jeffrey Toretsky, M.D., Georgetown University, Don Reilly, Kevin Reilly, owner and president, Alexandria Hyundai, Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility, Hyundai Motor North America at Alexandria Hyundai in Alexandria, Va. on September 17, 2024. (Photo/Hyundai) "Hyundai is proud to celebrate the grand re-opening of Alexandria Hyundai by investing in local community health initiatives," said Brandon Ramirez, director, corporate social responsibility, Hyundai Motor North America. "Building stronger and healthier communities is part of our progress for humanity vision, and we are committed to giving hope to those in need, especially women and families." Alexandria Celebrates Women is an all-volunteer nonprofit organization with a two-fold mission – to raise money for the Alexandria Domestic Violence Safehouse, and to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of Virginia's women of the past, present, and future. The donation is part of Hyundai's corporate social responsibility initiative, Hyundai Hope, and will be used to support mental health programs for women in need. "We are so grateful for this tremendous donation from Hyundai Hope to help Alexandria women with mental health issues," said Pat Miller, chair, Alexandria Celebrates Women. Georgetown Lombardi provides compassionate, state-of-the-art clinical care to children coping with cancer diagnoses. Through research and extraordinary clinical care, internationally-recognized clinician-scientists offer the most advanced cancer care. For the past 26 years, Hyundai Hope On Wheels has been a leading voice in the fight against pediatric cancer, donating over $250 million to renowned institutions across the nation. Its donation to Georgetown Lombardi will be used to support the care and treatment of pediatric cancer patients. Hyundai Hope Hyundai Hope is a corporate social responsibility initiative from Hyundai Motor North America, committed to the principal of Progress for Humanity and the goal of improving the wellbeing of society. Hyundai Hope dedicates time and supplies resources to nonprofit organizations that support the health and safety of individuals and foster positive growth in communities. For more information, visit . Hyundai Hope On Wheels Hyundai Hope On Wheels® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to finding a cure for childhood cancer. Launched in 1998, Hyundai Hope On Wheels provides grants to eligible institutions nationwide that are pursuing critical research aimed at improving treatments and saving lives. Hyundai Hope On Wheels is one of the largest nonprofit funders of pediatric cancer research in the country. Primary funding for Hyundai Hope On Wheels comes from Hyundai Motor America and its more than 830 U.S. dealers. In 2024, Hyundai Hope On Wheels will surpass a lifetime total donation of $250 million in support of more than 1,300 childhood cancer research grants to over 175 hospitals and research institutions. Hyundai Motor America Hyundai Motor America offers U.S. consumers a technology-rich lineup of cars, SUVs, and electrified vehicles, while supporting Hyundai Motor Company's Progress for Humanity vision. Hyundai has significant operations in the U.S., including its North American headquarters in California, the Hyundai Motor Manufacturing Alabama assembly plant, the all-new Hyundai Motor Group Metaplant America (in development in Georgia), and several cutting-edge R&D facilities. These operations, combined with those of Hyundai's 835 independent dealers, contribute $20.1 billion annually and 190,000 jobs to the U.S. economy, according to a recent economic impact report. For more information, visit Motor America on Twitter | YouTube | Facebook | Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok SOURCE Hyundai Motor America WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? 440k+ Newsrooms & Influencers 9k+ Digital Media Outlets 270k+ Journalists Opted In GET STARTED

Hyundai Hope On Wheels celebrated its $26 million commitment and $250 million lifetime donation total at its 26h anniversary gala in Washington, D.C. with Hyundai and congressional leaders The foundation announced the global expansion of Hyundai Hope On Wheels to select countries in 2025 Hyundai Hope On Wheels awarded its inaugural $3 million Endowed Chair of Pediatric Oncology Grant to Georgetown University's Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center Hyundai Hope On Wheels introduced its $5 million commitment to survivorship initiatives with leading institutions nationwide, including hosted its third Survivorship Summit WASHINGTON, Sept. 19, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hyundai Hope On Wheels, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization supported by Hyundai Motor America and its more than 835 U.S. dealers, celebrated its $26 million commitment for its 26th anniversary and lifetime giving milestone of a quarter billion dollars ($250 million) at its annual gala in Washington D.C. with Hyundai global leaders, members of congress, doctors, and researchers as part of Childhood Cancer Awareness Month. With the theme 'Hope Lights the Way,' this year's gala event focused on the future, and the impact that research funded by Hyundai Hope On Wheels is having on developing innovative treatments to increase the number of pediatric cancer survivors. Continue Reading (center) José Muñoz, President & COO of Hyundai Motor Company, and President & CEO of Hyundai Motor North America; (center right) Randy Parker, CEO of Hyundai Motor America; (center left) Kevin Reilly, Vice Chair of Hyundai Hope On Wheels, and Chairman of the Hyundai Motor America National Dealer Advisory Council; Raynie Clark, Hyundai Hope On Wheels National Youth Ambassador; Emmy Cole, Hyundai Hope On Wheels National Youth Ambassador; Hyundai Hope On Wheels board of directors, representatives, and grant recipients in Washington, D.C. on Sept. 18, 2024 (Photo/Hyundai) Hyundai Hope On Wheels, Hyundai Motor America, and Hyundai dealers present Georgetown University’s Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center with inaugural Endowed Chair of Pediatric Oncology Grant in Washington D.C. on Sept. 17, 2024 (Photo/Hyundai) "Since its inception 26 years ago, Hyundai Hope On Wheels has become one of the nation's largest supporters of pediatric cancer, helping more than 25,000 children fight cancer with more than $250 million in funding," said José Muñoz, president and global COO, Hyundai Motor Company and president and CEO, Hyundai Motor North America. "Hyundai is passionate about hope, particularly in giving hope to kids fighting cancer. Together with our dealer partners we're proud to continue to grow Hyundai's impact and commitment to the fight against pediatric cancer and the survivorship journey. Hyundai is equally proud to expand this important initiative to markets around the world, starting next year." Hyundai Hope On Wheels announced several new initiatives to expand its impact on childhood cancer research and support. Global Expansion of Hyundai Hope On Wheels: Beginning in 2025, Hyundai Hope On Wheels will expand globally to several countries around the world, including Canada and Mexico. Inaugural Endowed Chair of Pediatric Oncology Grant: Hyundai Hope On Wheels established the Endowed Chair of Pediatric Oncology grant, a $3 million commitment which will ensure that future generations of researchers continue into perpetuity at leading medical institutions. The inaugural grant was awarded to Georgetown University's Lombardi Comprehensive Cancer Center. Survivorship Support: Hyundai Hope On Wheels introduced a survivorship initiative that will provide over $5 million to help cancer survivors lead lives of well-being and opportunity. This year's grant recipients include: Texas Children's, Emory University/Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, Children's Cancer Cause, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, University of Chicago, Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, and University of Alabama at Birmingham. Collectively, these partners will enhance the long-term care of survivors through numerous programs, including new technologies to expand access to medical records and survivorship guidelines, and new resources to improve engagement and peer support among survivors. Hyundai Hope On Wheels hosted its third Survivorship Summit in Washington D.C. this week, bringing together experts to address the needs of children battling cancer, including during and after treatment. "As the survival rate for young cancer patients increases, so does the need to ensure that they live well and thrive after cancer treatment," said Dr. Dan Wechsler, a long-standing member of the Hyundai Hope On Wheels Medical Advisory Committee. "Through this extraordinary commitment to supporting pediatric cancer survivorship, Hyundai Hope On Wheels recognizes the importance of the full journey before, through and after treatment, and I commend its dedication to both raising awareness of and taking action to improve the quality of life of pediatric cancer patients." Now in its 26th year, Hyundai Hope On Wheels recently conducted a historical impact assessment. Through data collection and interviews with researchers, the assessment captured the foundation's life-saving impact in pediatric cancer. The report showed that Hyundai Hope On Wheels funding has propelled new careers in research, produced 2,000 medical research articles, and helped grantees raise over $275 million dollars in additional funding. Other assessment highlights include: Improved outcomes for children with leukemia New advances in pediatric brain tumor research New national imaging guidelines New treatments, immunotherapies, and drug development These announcements were part of several distinct events that took place in the Washington, D.C. area in September to commemorate Childhood Cancer Awareness Month, including a congressional reception at the Rayburn House Office Building and ceremonial check presentations at Georgetown University's Lombardi Comprehensive Center and Children's National Hospital, two of this year's grant recipients. Hyundai Hope On Wheels recently announced the 2024 winners of its annual research and programmatic grants totaling $26 million. A total of 91 grants nationwide were awarded to institutions focused on improving outcomes and treatments for children with cancer, many of which were presented during official Hyundai Hope On Wheels Handprint Ceremonies across the country. To learn more about Hyundai Hope On Wheels, please visit HyundaiHopeOnWheels.org. Hyundai Hope On Wheels Hyundai Hope On Wheels® is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that is committed to finding a cure for childhood cancer. Launched in 1998, Hyundai Hope On Wheels provides grants to eligible institutions nationwide that are pursuing critical research aimed at improving treatments and saving lives. Hyundai Hope On Wheels is one of the largest nonprofit funders of pediatric cancer research in the country. Primary funding for Hyundai Hope On Wheels comes from Hyundai Motor America and its more than 835 U.S. dealers. In 2024, Hyundai Hope On Wheels will surpass a lifetime total donation of $250 million in support of more than 1,300 childhood cancer research grants to over 175 hospitals and research institutions. SOURCE Hyundai Hope On Wheels WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? 440k+ Newsrooms & Influencers 9k+ Digital Media Outlets 270k+ Journalists Opted In GET STARTED

Plus, news about Hyundai Bioscience, Clear Scientific and Terns Pharmaceuticals: Xencor prices $175M offering: The Pasadena, CA-based biotech made the financing move after announcing drug candidates in autoimmune diseases earlier in the week. — Kyle LaHucik Viridian’s $150M offering: The Waltham, MA-based company kicked off the stock sale the same day as disclosing Phase 3 data in thyroid eye disease. — Kyle LaHucik Hyundai Bioscience touts broad-spectrum antiviral: The Korean biotech said its candidate, Xafty, has shown promise against several viral infections in animal, cell and clinical studies. The niclosamide reformulation, which was developed using Hyundai’s proprietary drug delivery technology, is currently in a Phase 3 trial for high-risk Covid-19 patients. — Ayisha Sharma Clear Scientific reveals safety data for overdose drug: The Cambridge, MA-based biotech said CS-1103 demonstrated a “favorable safety and tolerability profile” in a Phase 1 trial of 32 healthy volunteers. The company is planning to advance the small molecule sequestrant into Phase 2 development for meth and fentanyl overdose, set to start in early 2025. — Ayisha Sharma Terns Pharmaceuticals upsizes share sale : The drugmaker priced a $150 million offering after originally planning to raise $125 million on the back of Phase 1 obesity data revealed earlier this week. — Kyle LaHucik