Federation of Korean Associations in North America Donates Chuseok Charity Fund to Support Neighbors

The Federation of Korean Associations in North America donated 1 million won in cash ahead of the Chuseok holiday to support neighbors in the community. Photo by Gwangju Community Chest of Korea

The Gwangju Community Chest of Korea (hereinafter referred to as Gwangju Sarangui Yeolmae) announced on the 24th that the Federation of Korean Associations in North America donated 1 million won in cash ahead of the Chuseok holiday to support neighbors in the local community.

The donation ceremony, held at Gwangju City Hall on this day, was attended by Ko Gwangwan, Deputy Mayor for Administrative Affairs of Gwangju, Seo Jeongil, President of the Federation of Korean Associations in North America, members of the Federation, and officials from Gwangju Sarangui Yeolmae. This donation was delivered to commemorate the visit on World Korean Day on October 5, adding further significance to the event.

Seo Jeongil, President of the Federation of Korean Associations in North America, stated, "It is very meaningful to visit Gwangju. This initiative began with the hope of providing even a small amount of help to neighbors in need in the community," and added, "We will continue to practice sharing and exchange in the future."

An official from Gwangju Sarangui Yeolmae expressed gratitude, saying, "We deeply appreciate this valuable act of sharing," and added, "The donation you have sent will be warmly delivered to neighbors in need in the region."

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