Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai Community Support & Local Charity Programs
At Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai, we believe that being part of a community means more than just doing business, it means showing up, giving back, and making a real difference in the lives of our neighbors. From ensuring children have the food they need to thrive, to supporting those who've faced unimaginable hardship, funding life-saving cancer research, and inspiring the next generation of innovators, our commitment to the Gladstone community runs deep. We're proud to partner with organizations that share our values and work tirelessly to create a brighter, more hopeful future for all.
Backpack Buddies
At Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai, we believe that every child deserves access to nutritious food, especially when school meals are unavailable over the weekend. That’s why we proudly support Backpack Buddies, a local organization working to combat child food insecurity. Through this initiative, we donate resources, raise awareness, and actively volunteer to pack and distribute food backpacks to children in need. Our dealership’s involvement ensures that vulnerable children receive the nourishment they need to stay healthy, focused, and ready to learn throughout the week.
Angels in the Outfield
Supporting children who have faced trauma, abuse, and neglect is a cause close to our hearts at Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai. Through our partnership with Angels in the Outfield, we provide financial contributions, organize volunteer efforts, and participate in community events to support this incredible nonprofit. By assisting with holiday programs, fundraising, and ensuring that these children have access to resources for healing, we play a role in bringing hope, stability, and joy to young lives that need it most.
Hope on Wheels
As part of our commitment to giving back, Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai is a proud supporter of Hyundai Hope on Wheels, a nonprofit initiative dedicated to funding pediatric cancer research. Through fundraising events and awareness campaigns, we contribute to critical research efforts aimed at finding better treatments and ultimately a cure for childhood cancer. Our dealership’s involvement helps provide hope for families and children affected by cancer, empowering scientific progress that can lead to life‑saving breakthroughs.
Thunderbolt Robotics
STEM education is crucial for shaping the innovators of tomorrow, and at Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai, we are dedicated to supporting the next generation of engineers and problem solvers. We proudly sponsor Thunderbolt Robotics, a student robotics team focused on developing skills in science, technology, engineering, and math. By providing resources, mentorship, and community support, we help these young minds build robots, compete in challenges, and gain valuable hands‑on experience that will serve them well in their future careers. It’s our way of inspiring and empowering the future leaders of the tech world.
Lila Rollins – National American Miss
Local pageant hopeful Lila Rollins has Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai in her corner as she pursues the National American Miss crown. After placing in the Top 5 at the 2025 National American Miss Teen Oregon Pageant, Lila is returning this year with her sights set on bringing the crown home. Sponsoring local youth achievement is a meaningful way for our Gladstone dealership to celebrate the confidence, leadership, and hard work young women in our community bring to the national stage.
Providence Portland Medical Foundation
Giving back to the communities that support us extends to healthcare, which is why Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai backs the Providence Portland Medical Foundation through charitable donations that help fund healthcare initiatives, patient care, and community wellness programs throughout the Portland area. Making a positive impact beyond the showroom means helping ensure Portland-area families have access to the medical resources and care they need.
Rex Putnam Kingsmen Softball Team
Teamwork, dedication, and personal growth take center stage as Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai sponsors the Rex Putnam Kingsmen softball team's season. We are honored to support student athletes and invest in programs that bring people together both on and off the field, strengthening the spirit of our Gladstone-area schools.
Seth Lewelling Elementary School
Investing in local education is a priority for Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai, and our partnership with Seth Lewelling Elementary School helps provide books and classroom supplies, fund school field trips, and contribute crisis packs for students and families in need. We are honored to help create a positive environment where Gladstone-area students can learn, grow, and thrive.
Timberwolves Softball
The hardworking young athletes of Timberwolves Softball represent our community with passion, discipline, and team spirit, and Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai is glad to help power their season. We believe youth sports play an important role in building confidence, character, and lifelong friendships, and we are honored to help support a program that brings people together both on and off the field.
West Linn Youth Cheerleading
Confidence, teamwork, and personal growth are on full display with West Linn Youth Cheerleading, a program Tonkin Gladstone Hyundai is proud to sponsor as part of our commitment to youth athletics in the local community. We are honored to support young athletes and invest in programs that bring energy, leadership, and community spirit both on and off the sidelines.
