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Toyota Provides $600,000 for Texas Flood Relief

Toyota Motor North America, Toyota Financial Services, Gulf States Toyota, Southeast Toyota, Vic Vaughan Toyota of Boerne, and Toyota and Lexus dealers nationwide have collectively provided $600,000 for flood relief efforts in Texas.

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Collectively, Toyota Motor North America, Toyota Financial Services, Gulf States Toyota, Southeast Toyota, Vic Vaughan Toyota of Boerne, and Toyota and Lexus dealers nationwide have contributed $600,000 in flood relief to those affected in Texas.

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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 Fourth of July weekend.

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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.

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“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, has 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:

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Texas Hill Country’s Kerr County Flood Relief Fund 

The Kerr County Flood Relief Fund supports relief and rebuilding efforts after the flood of July 4, 2025. The Community Foundation will direct funds to vetted organizations providing rescue, relief, and recovery efforts, as well as flood assistance. The Fund will support the communities of Hunt, Ingram, Kerrville, Center Point, and Comfort.

Toyota Financial Services/Lexus Financial Services Payment Relief 

TFS/LFS is offering payment relief options to affected customers. This broad outreach includes any TFS or LFS customer in the designated disaster areas. 

Impacted lease and finance customers may be eligible to take advantage of several payment relief options, some of which include extensions and lease deferred payments, redirecting billing statements, and arranging phone or online payments. Customers who would like to discuss their account options are encouraged to contact the company. 

Toyota Financial Services customers may call 800-874-8822 or contact TFS via email using the Mail Center function after logging into ToyotaFinancial.com. 

Lexus Financial Services customers may call 800-874-7050 or contact LFS via email using the Mail Center function after logging into LexusFinancial.com.

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TMNA Dealer Match Program

For eligible Toyota and Lexus dealers who want to contribute to relief efforts and charitable organizations of their choice tied to flood relief, TMNA will match their contribution up to $10,000.

Toyota Team Member Contributions

Toyota will double all team member contributions throughout the U.S. in support of disaster relief.

Toyota Texas

Team  embers at the San Antonio manufacturing plant will collect clothing, essential supplies, food and water donations in support of ongoing relief efforts.

Gulf States Toyota Associate Match Program

Gulf States Toyota employees along with associates from across the portfolio of Friedkin affiliated companies who choose to contribute to the relief efforts will have their contributions matched.

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.

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