ZEROBASEONE's Kim Ji-woong donates 10 million to flood victims in Seoul
ZEROBASEONE's Kim Ji-woong, made headlines this morning after donating 10 million KRW to aid those hit by intense floods in Korea's capital area. Known for his smooth vocals and charm, Kim debuted with INX in 2016 and joined ZEROBASEONE via Mnet's 'Boys Planet' in 2023.
His agency says he wanted to offer sympathy and a bit of recovery help.
Acts of generosity
Kim's not new to giving back; this is his second big donation in 2025 alone. In March, he gave another 10 million KRW for wildfire relief in Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam, as per Hope Bridge reports. Now in his third year since ZEROBASEONE debut, these steady contributions highlight his ongoing commitment. Industry watchers from the Korea Entertainment Management Association note that such idol actions boost fan donations, with youth involvement up 15% lately (Statista 2025 trends).
Impact on Fans and Recovery
The funds support emergency aid like laundry vehicles and mental health services for thousands affected. Hope Bridge's Shin Hoon praised Kim's positive influence, vowing quick victim recovery. It's fun how this might spark fan memes, mixing sombre news with K-pop creativity.
Sparking More Good Vibes
Kim's steady philanthropy shows K-pop stars leading by example, potentially inspiring global fan efforts. With ZEROBASEONE's 5 million-plus followers (Weverse data), his consistent deeds create positive ripples-proving small acts build big change.
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