Andong Wolyeongdang Representative 'Kangcheolbudae' Lee Jin-bong Donates Scholarship to Andong City Scholarship Foundation

Promise to Promote Andong and Continue Donations to Repay Local Residents' Love

Lee Jin-bong, CEO of Wolyeongdang in Andong City, promised to consistently donate scholarships to the Andong Scholarship Foundation.

[Asia Economy Yeongnam Reporting Headquarters Reporter Kim Gwiyeol] The Andong Scholarship Foundation received a scholarship donation of 5 million won from ‘Wolyeongdang’ on August 2.

Lee Jinbong, the CEO who gained nationwide recognition as the team leader of the 707 Special Forces Unit on the broadcast ‘Steel Troops,’ donated 5 million won from his appearance fees to Andong City last year as a contribution to help neighbors in need.

He currently operates the Wolyeongdang Hanok Cafe located around Wolyeonggyo, a representative tourist spot in Andong City, and is engaged in various broadcasting activities.

The Wolyeongdang Hanok Cafe features a large full moon shining brightly above the tiled roof, harmonizing well with Wolyeonggyo, and offers attractive unique menus utilizing various agricultural products from the Andong region.

The signature menu includes the Andong Hemp Latte made with Andong hemp, as well as beverages and desserts incorporating various agricultural products such as rice, ginger, apple, black sesame, mugwort, and garlic.

Wolyeongdang, where the large full moon brightly floating above the tiled roof harmonizes well with Wolyeonggyo Bridge.

CEO Lee said, “I am grateful to be able to utilize the brand Andong and the region’s diverse content, and as a way to give back, I decided to donate a portion of Wolyeongdang’s profits as a scholarship to the Andong Scholarship Foundation. I will continue to actively promote the Andong area and repay the interest and love of many people through steady donations.”

Andong Mayor Kwon Ki-chang expressed his gratitude, saying, “I am very pleased and thankful to welcome CEO Lee Jinbong of Wolyeongdang as the first donor after taking office as the new chairman of the Andong Scholarship Foundation. I will do my best to ensure that the heartfelt scholarship funds are used valuably for nurturing outstanding local talents.”

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