Community Chest of Korea Provides 11.1 Billion KRW in Chuseok Support for 170,000 Vulnerable People

Daegu Community Chest of Korea is gathering donors and volunteers to make and deliver baram tteok (wind rice cakes) for vulnerable neighbors in celebration of the Chuseok holiday. Community Chest of Korea

On October 2, the Community Chest of Korea (Chairman Kim Byungjoon) announced that it would provide support totaling approximately 11.1 billion KRW so that neighbors in need can enjoy a bountiful Chuseok holiday.

The Community Chest of Korea provides holiday support every year to ensure that marginalized neighbors can spend Chuseok without worry. This year, the organization will support a total of about 170,000 people, including low-income and vulnerable groups, isolated and reclusive youth, children, adolescents, people with disabilities, the elderly, and North Korean defectors, as well as 860 social welfare facilities.

The Community Chest of Korea in Northern Gyeonggi is delivering financial aid to low-income neighbors in Yeoncheon County in celebration of the Chuseok holiday. Community Chest of Korea

The total support amounts to approximately 11.1 billion KRW, including about 10.39 billion KRW in cash for medical and living expenses, 1 billion KRW worth of in-kind donations such as holiday foods, ritual items, and white rice, and 600 million KRW worth of local currency and Onnuri gift certificates, which will be distributed nationwide through local governments and partner organizations.

Hwang Insik, Secretary General of the Community Chest of Korea, stated, "Although this summer was especially difficult due to heatwaves, heavy rain, and drought, the public's spirit of caring for their neighbors has not diminished. Thanks to these heartfelt contributions, we were able to provide a bountiful Chuseok to those in need. We will continue to strive for a warm and caring daily life for our neighbors."

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