GS25 Introduces Online Payment System for Child Meal Cards... "20% Discount Applied"

On the 20th, a student is purchasing a lunchbox at the convenience store GS25.

[Asia Economy Reporter Lim Chunhan] GS25 announced on the 20th that it will introduce an online payment system for the Child Meal Card and offer discounts on food items.

GS Retail will sign a business agreement with the Seoul Metropolitan Government and Shinhan Card on the 21st to support meal provision for children in need and to promote social contribution. The Seoul Metropolitan Government and Shinhan Card will support the development of the online payment service system and ensure the smooth establishment of the service, while GS25 will offer a 20% discount on high-quality food items. The online payment service is expected to begin full operation from June after system development.

Currently, the number of children eligible for meal support in Seoul is 29,559, receiving meals through various methods such as local children's centers, social welfare centers, restaurants, convenience stores, and lunchbox delivery. In particular, 16,987 children use restaurants or convenience stores with the Child Meal Card, accounting for more than half of the total.

A GS Retail official stated, "The introduction of the online payment system for the Child Meal Card is expected to provide economic benefits, physical convenience, and psychological stability to children in need," adding, "We will continue to make efforts for synergy through public-private cooperation for social welfare activities, including support for children in need."

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