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Korea Herald
5 days ago
- Business
- Korea Herald
Hahn & Company donates W2b for flood relief
Korean private equity fund Hahn & Company said Friday that it has donated 2 billion won ($1.4 million) to support recovery efforts in areas severely damaged from the recent heavy rainfall. The donation was made in partnership with 13 of its portfolio companies and delivered to disaster relief organization Hope Bridge. The funds will be used to provide emergency supplies to flood victims and assist with the restoration of damaged communities. Participating companies include Namyang Dairy Products, Korean Air C&D Service, Lahan Hotel, Cynosure Lutronic, Solmics, Ssangyong C&E, H-Line Shipping, SK Enpulse, K Car, Coavis, SK Microworks, SK Specialty, and SK Shipping. Hahn & Company plans to continue its efforts to participate in national relief, emphasizing its commitment to social responsibility. 'We offer our deepest concerns to those affected by this unexpected disaster. We hope this donation provides some comfort and helps communities return to their daily lives as soon as possible,' the firm said in a statement.
New Straits Times
22-07-2025
- Entertainment
- New Straits Times
#SHOWBIZ: 'Running Man' host Yu Jae-seok leads celeb support for flood-hit Koreans
SEOUL: South Korean celebrities are stepping up with donations to help victims of the country's deadly floods, which have left at least 14 dead and 12 missing since last Wednesday. Popular 'Running Man' host Yu Jae-seok and actor Yim Si-wan each donated 50 million won (RM135,000) to the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association last Friday, as reported by the news outlet Korea JoongAng Daily today. "My heart felt heavy with sorrow to see so many people's lives harmed by the heavy rain. I hope the damage doesn't worsen," said Yu. Yim, known for his roles in 'Squid Game 2' and the popular drama 'Misaeng', joined him in donating the same amount. Veteran actress Lee Hye-young, famous for 'Queen of Housewives' and her fashion career, contributed 20 million won. More K-stars followed suit, including singer-actress Kim Se-jeong, star of the rom-com hit 'Business Proposal' and fantasy series 'The Uncanny Counter', who donated 10 million won last Saturday. Winner member Kang Seung-yoon, who has also acted in 'Prison Playbook' and released solo tracks like 'It Rains', contributed 12 million won. Celebrity couple Park Si-eun and Jin Tae-hyun, both recognised for their acting work and charitable efforts, gave 10 million won. "We thank everyone who has helped us with their warm hearts. We will make sure to deliver such kindness to the people who have suffered," the Hope Bridge was quoted as saying in response. News agencies reported that torrential rain had triggered landslides and flooding across the country this week, with Gapyeong – a resort town northeast of Seoul – among the hardest hit. In Gapyeong, two people were killed and two others are missing after a landslide engulfed homes and floodwaters swept away vehicles.
Yahoo
28-03-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
SEVENTEEN donates KRW 1 billion to wildfires relief fund
28 Mar - It was reported that SEVENTEEN has recently donated KRW 1 billion to support those affected by the recent wildfires in South Korea. The Hope Bridge Disaster Relief Association announced the news on 27 March, saying that the idol group has donated the amount, which is approximately USD 682,000, to help forest fire victims in Ulsan, North Gyeongsang and South Gyeongsang Province. "We hope it will be of little help to those who were affected by the forest fire," said members of SEVENTEEN, adding, "We express our deepest condolences to the victims and send our condolences to everyone who is having a hard time." "We deeply appreciate the warm donations of SEVENTEEN members," said Shin Hoon, Secretary-General of Hope Bridge. "The donation will be used quickly and transparently so that residents affected by the wildfires can return to their daily lives as soon as possible." Hope Bridge is providing emergency relief supplies to the victims. Relief vehicles have been deployed to temporary shelters at the site. The association is also considering additional support if necessary, in consultation with local governments. It was reported that more than a dozen fires broke out over the weekend with the forest damage reaching 35,810 hectares, forcing around 27,000 people to urgently evacuate. It has now been dubbed South Korea's largest ever wildfire since the 2000's inferno. (Photo Source: Korea, RNZ)
