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The Chrysler Foundation Presents $250,000 Check to the Detroit Zoological Society to Support and Maintain the Detroit Zoo's Tauber Family Railroad

ROYAL OAK, Mich., May 8 PRNewswire — Today, The Chrysler Foundation presented a check in the amount of $250,000 to the Detroit Zoological Society to continue to support and refurbish the Detroit Zoo's Tauber Family Railroad. In recognition of the donation, the Zoo unveiled the new name of the main train station as the Chrysler Main Station.

"Chrysler is very proud to play a continuing role for more than half a century in supporting one of the Detroit Zoo's favorite attractions," Brian Glowiak, Vice President - The Chrysler Foundation, said. "This historic commitment began with our original donation of three trains nearly 60 years ago, followed by recurring donations to upgrade and maintain their operations. We are pleased that future generations will continue to experience this timeless treasure."

Chrysler LLC has a long history with the Detroit Zoo and its locomotive trains. Walter P. Chrysler began his career working in the railroad business where his passion for engines developed. In 1949, Chrysler Corporation designed, built and donated the first of the diesel-powered trains, named the Walter P. Chrysler, along with two more locomotives in 1950 and 1951.

"The Chrysler Foundation's generous gift helps us to preserve a symbol of the Zoo's rich heritage and enables millions of future Zoo visitors to enjoy the railroad for many years to come," Ron Kagan, Executive Director - Detroit Zoological Society. "The railroad has served more than 40 million Zoo guests who have ridden the rails since the train was introduced in 1931."

This additional contribution is part of Chrysler's ongoing commitment to the unique culture and history of Detroit by supporting these trains at the Detroit Zoo. Most recently, in 2001 Chrysler renewed its involvement by donating upgrades to the trains' drivelines and installing modern, computerized emission-control engines that run on unleaded gasoline - approximately 11 gallons per day. In addition, Chrysler has donated $2 million dollars to fund the Detroit Zoo's National Amphibian Conservation Center.

The Chrysler Foundation

The Chrysler Foundation is the primary source of charitable grants made by Chrysler LLC. The Foundation annually supports hundreds of charitable organizations with an emphasis on community growth and enrichment, arts and culture, education, and youth development programs throughout the United States and, increasingly, the world. Visit www.thechryslerfoundation.com .

SOURCE Chrysler LLC

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