Korean Celebrities Extend Philanthropy into 2024 with Generous Donations
Kelly.K
pittou8181@gmail.com | 2024-02-01 05:16:23
NCT's Doyoung, Billlie, Trot Singer Lim Young-woong, and Plave's PLLI Contribute to Various Causes
▲ Courtesy of SM ENTERTAINMENT ▲ Courtesy of MYSTIC STORYGirl Group Billlie: Donated 3 million won to The Snail of Love, a social welfare organization specializing in supporting those with hearing impairments. The donation was collected from merchandise profits related to the group's digital single "January 0th (a hope song)," released on Jan. 2. Billlie also initiated a sign language challenge in tandem with the song's release.
Trot Singer Lim Young-woong: Contributed 2 million won to the Korea Pediatric Cancer Foundation. The donation, made under Lim's name, supports the foundation's emergency support program for children with cancer, covering expenses such as transportation and medicine fees.
Virtual Boy Band Plave's Fan Club PLLI: Donated 500,000 won to the nongovernmental organization Hope Joyagdol to aid underprivileged children. The donation, made under the name "Plave with PLLI," celebrates the band winning the rookie stardom vote on K-pop fan community platform Podoal. The contribution aims to provide support to children in need and foster a better tomorrow.
These acts of generosity reflect the ongoing commitment of Korean celebrities to contribute positively to various social causes.
Courtesy of SM ENTERTAINMENT
Korean celebrities are making charitable contributions in the early days of 2024, spreading warmth through generous donations:
NCT's Doyoung: Donated 30 million won ($22,500) to The Direct Donation, supporting young teenage girls from underprivileged households. The donation, part of Doyoung's birthday celebration, will fund female hygiene products, school supplies, and daily necessities.
Trot Singer Lim Young-woong: Contributed 2 million won to the Korea Pediatric Cancer Foundation. The donation, made under Lim's name, supports the foundation's emergency support program for children with cancer, covering expenses such as transportation and medicine fees.
Virtual Boy Band Plave's Fan Club PLLI: Donated 500,000 won to the nongovernmental organization Hope Joyagdol to aid underprivileged children. The donation, made under the name "Plave with PLLI," celebrates the band winning the rookie stardom vote on K-pop fan community platform Podoal. The contribution aims to provide support to children in need and foster a better tomorrow.
These acts of generosity reflect the ongoing commitment of Korean celebrities to contribute positively to various social causes.
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