91 Credit Unions Selected for Community Contribution, Achieve Most Corporate Certifications for 5 Consecutive Years

The Credit Union Social Contribution Foundation announced that, at the "2025 Community Contribution Recognition Program" jointly organized by the Ministry of Health and Welfare and the Korea National Council on Social Welfare, 91 credit unions nationwide, including the foundation itself, were selected as recognized companies and institutions. As a result, the foundation has achieved the highest number of certifications for a single company for five consecutive years.

The "Community Contribution Recognition Program" is a system introduced in 2019 that officially certifies companies and organizations for activities contributing to community welfare in cooperation with nonprofit organizations. Recognized institutions are selected based on a comprehensive evaluation of 19 indicators rooted in environmental, social, and governance (ESG) criteria.

The Credit Union Foundation was awarded certification again this year in recognition of its contributions to creating social value by establishing collaborative systems with public, private, and nonprofit organizations in various fields, including inclusive finance, support for children and youth, and addressing local issues. This marks the fifth consecutive year the foundation has been recognized as a community contribution institution.

Credit union employees are carefully preparing heating supplies for neighbors struggling due to the cold wave. Credit Union Central Council

This year, 90 credit unions across the country were selected as recognized companies and have contributed to their communities by carrying out practical social contribution activities such as welfare projects tailored to local characteristics, cultural and welfare programs, and financial education.

In addition, separate awards were presented to unions operating outstanding social contribution programs. Sejong Woori Credit Union, Yesan Shinwoo Credit Union, Jeongseon Credit Union, and Halla Credit Union received the Minister of Health and Welfare Award, while Gwangju Shinwoo Credit Union, Seodaegu Credit Union, and Jeonju Sangjin Credit Union received commendations from the President of the Korea National Council on Social Welfare.

Kim Yoonsik, Chairman of the Credit Union Foundation, stated, "Credit unions, together with the foundation, have continuously engaged in social contribution activities to improve community welfare," adding, "We will continue to strengthen cooperation with local communities and do our utmost to spread the warmth of sharing."

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