Toyota to Make Major Philanthropic Announcement at 2012 Chicago Auto Show

WHAT :

As part of its overall presence at the Chicago Auto Show, Toyota will make an important philanthropic announcement on the second Media Day, February 9. The announcement will describe how Toyota will give the public a way to be an active participant in directing some of Toyota's philanthropic donations in 2012.

WHEN:

Thursday, February 9, 2012
10:15 a.m. Central Time

WHERE:

Chicago Auto Show -- Toyota Exhibit
McCormick Place
2301 S. Lake Shore Drive , Chicago, IL

WHO:

Michael Rouse, Vice President, Philanthropy & Community Affairs, Toyota Motor Sales, U.S.A.

CONTACTS :

Curt McAllister (on site) cell -- 313-318-3906
Kirsten Clausen -- 213-438-8726

About Toyota

Toyota established operations in the United States in 1957 and currently operates 10 manufacturing plants, including one under construction.� Toyota directly employs nearly 30,000 in the U.S. and its investment here is currently valued at more than $18 billion, including sales and manufacturing operations, research and development, financial services and design.

Toyota is committed to being a good corporate citizen in the communities where it does business and believes in supporting programs with long-term sustainable results. Toyota supports numerous organizations across the country, focusing on education, the environment and safety. Since 1991, Toyota has contributed more than $500 million to philanthropic programs in the U.S.

For more information on Toyota's commitment to improving communities nationwide, visit Toyota Community.