Hadong County to Officially Launch "Free Food Project"

Free Food Packages Provided to Dietary Vulnerable Groups Starting May 22

Hadong County in South Gyeongsang Province will officially launch the "Free Food Project," a food support initiative for residents facing financial difficulties, starting from May 22, 2026.

This project was established to assist residents who fall into the welfare blind spots due to complicated screening processes or strict eligibility requirements. Any county resident in need of dietary support can receive a food package without the need to provide supporting documents.

The support package consists of food items worth approximately 20,000 won, including instant rice, ramen, seaweed, and canned goods. Applications can be made every Wednesday and Friday from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. on the first floor of the Hadong County Comprehensive Social Welfare Center.

[Photo by Hadong-gun] Hadong-gun is providing dietary support and welfare service guidance to local residents participating in programs within the experience space of the welfare center as part of the "Food Giveaway Project."

First-time visitors can immediately receive a food package by simply verifying their identity and filling out a service application form.

From the second visit onwards, an initial consultation will be conducted to assess the individual's living conditions and difficulties. If necessary, connections will be made to public welfare programs such as basic living support or emergency welfare assistance, as well as private sponsorship services. Each person can use the service up to three times per year.

Hadong County expects that this project will help identify vulnerable groups in crisis at an early stage and address welfare blind spots in the community.

Choi Youngok, Head of Resident Happiness Division, stated, "Through the Free Food Project, we will actively identify households in crisis around us and do our best to build a robust social safety net where no one is left behind."

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