Community

It’s been a busy and magical couple of months here at Gary Rome Hyundai, and we wanted to share a quick look at what we’ve been up to across Western Massachusetts and beyond! From heartfelt community moments to exciting partnerships, we’ve been driven (pun intended) by one thing — making a difference.

🌟 September 2025 Highlights

Brittney’s Believers – Hope in Action

We kicked off Pediatric Cancer Awareness Month with a $10,000 Hyundai Hope On Wheels donation to Brittney’s Believers, whose Bands for Brittney event in May was proudly sponsored by Gary Rome Hyundai and Hyundai Hope On Wheels.

Car Seat Safety Event with Baystate Health

Our 3rd Annual Car Seat Safety Check helped families ensure their little passengers were riding safely. Safety is more than a feature—it’s a community commitment.

Scrubs to Suds! Nurse Appreciation Car Wash

Partnering with MiraVista Behavioral Health Center, we offered free “Best in Show” car washes for nurses — a small gesture to thank our healthcare heroes.

Nthusiast Meet Up – Performance, People & Pride

We hosted our first-ever Gary Rome Nthusiast Meet Up, welcoming N owners from across New England for a scenic cruise, food trucks, live music, raffles, and awards — all benefiting the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.

💙 October 2025: Making a Difference

$25,000 Hyundai Hope Donation to Baystate Health Foundation

Supporting pediatric programs that bring care, comfort, and hope to families across Western Massachusetts.

Connecticut Children’s Check Presentations

Joined Hyundai Hope On Wheels to celebrate a $400,000 research grant to Dr. Lau and $100,000 to PJ Day for Kids — advancing pediatric cancer care.

$100,000 to Baystate Children’s Hospital

A deeply moving Handprint Ceremony, symbolizing every child’s courage and every family’s hope.

Hyundai Salute to Heroes

Honoring this year’s hero, Aida Torres, whose compassion and generosity uplift families across Western Mass. Alongside the Western MA Hyundai Dealers, we proudly presented her with a brand-new vehicle.

Magic for Maddie

We helped light up the day with a $50,000 Regional Grant from Hyundai Hope On Wheels, bringing total funds raised to an incredible $1.3 million since 2022 — spreading Maddie’s sparkle and hope for a cure.

Rays of Hope Walk & Run

A perfect fall day honoring survivors, remembering loved ones, and celebrating unity in the fight against breast cancer. We were proud to sponsor the Pink Hope Survivors Lounge.

 November 2025 Highlights

November 5 – Surprise Squad: Super Student Award

Chicopee Comprehensive High School – Chicopee, MA

$1,000 awarded to recognize outstanding academic and athletic achievement

November 8 – Joseph Freedman Bowl-a-Thon

Supporting Camphill Village

Bowlero – Chicopee, MA

November 9 – Magic for Maddie Craft Fair

Hosted at Gary Rome Hyundai in support of pediatric cancer families

 December 2025 Highlights

December 4 – Suit Up Springfield Sharp Seven Awards

MGM Springfield

December 12 – CT Children’s PJ Day for Kids

Supporting pediatric patients and families

December 16 – Jamaica Hurricane Relief Clothing Drive Pickup

Gary Rome Hyundai – Holyoke, MA

January 2026 Highlights

January 8 – Surprise Squad: Super Student Award

Hampden Charter School of Science High School – Chicopee, MA

 February 2026 Highlights

February 8 – Aida’s Food Truck Community Giveaway

Gary Rome Hyundai – Holyoke, MA

February 10 – Surprise Squad: Super Student Award

Hampshire Regional High School – Westhampton, MA

February 25 – MassAppeal Feature: HCC Drive to Change Lives

March 2026 Highlights

March 1 – March 31 – 3rd Annual “Stuff the Trunk” Clothing Drive

Benefiting Suit Up Springfield & Dress for Success Western Massachusetts

Gary Rome Hyundai – Holyoke, MA

Gary Rome Kia – Enfield, CT

March 3–4 – 94.7 Baystate Radiothon

Hyundai Hope on Wheels and Springfield area Hyundai dealers $25,000 donation supporting Baystate Children’s Miracle Network Hospitals

Basketball Hall of Fame – Springfield, MA

March 4 – Holyoke Community College Drive to Change Lives Giving Day

March 11 – Surprise Squad: Super Student Award

John J. Duggan Academy – Springfield, MA

March 20 – Links to Libraries Reading Visit

Maurice A. Donohue Elementary School – Holyoke, MA

March 28–29 – Magic for Maddie 3-on-3 Basketball Tournament

March 30 – MassAppeal Feature: EMWA Derby Party

Thank you for catching up with us — and for continuing to support the work that drives progress for humanity!