A growing wave of philanthropy is emerging from South Korean’s entertainment industry, with the main stars that extend their generosity beyond the stage and the screen to have a positive impact on the medical field. Recent donations from Jennie di Blackpinkactor Bae Yong-Joonand actress Shin min-ah They are stimulating fans and communities.
Jennie’s donation to Soul National University College of Medicine
April 30th, Jennie He donated 100 million KRW to the College of Medicine of Soul National University to support the cultivation of compassionate medical talents. The Soul National University College of Medicine development fund has publicly announced the generous contribution, highlighting its goal of cultivating future leaders with empathy, resilience and dedication.
Dean Kim Jung-Eun express gratitude, “We deeply appreciate Jennie’s commitment to practice positive influence. This donation will help to encourage students who embody inclusion, empathy and care.”
This donation is based on Jennie’s previous philanthropy, since he also gave 100 million KRW in 2023 through his agency Oa Entertainment (Oddatelier). The funds are allocated to improve education, research environments and medical professionals to rely with strong social empathy.
Bae Yong-Joon’s main contribution to the Yonsei medical center
In a significant philanthropic move, actor Bae Yong-Joon He donated 3 billion KRW to Yonsei Medical Center. Announced in the December newsletter of the Medical Center, the donation was carried out during a fundraising event in which the Director of the Medical Center was participated Kim Kim Kim Ki-Chang and other officials.
Bae Yong-Joon commented, “I hope this donation will contribute to a healthier world for young people and low -income children and support the continuous growth of the medical center”.
His contribution is set up to help the development of medical structures and help to cover treatment costs for children and disadvantaged infants, strengthening the commitment of the medical center for social responsibility.
Shin min-ah of a dedicated decade of support for usury patients
Actress Shin min-ah It was a quiet but coherent philanthropist, giving 100 million KRW every year since 2015 at the Hallym Burn Foundation. His total contribution has reached an impressive 4 billion KRW, aimed at supporting burns patients who require multiple surgical interventions and prolonged recovery.
Its donations finance the crucial medical and assistance expenses, focusing on vulnerable groups such as pediatric patients, women and low -income individuals suffering from burns.
In addition to burning care, Shin min-ah’s The charity work extends to educational support for disadvantaged children, to heating subsidies for the elderly, aid for North Korean deserters and emergency rescue efforts during crises including the Covid-19 pandemic, fires and floods.
The growing impact of the philanthropy of celebrities in Korea
These sincere contributions from Jennie, Bae Yong-JoonAND Shin min-ah It highlights a growing trend between Korean celebrities who are exploiting their influence and resources to guide a significant change in society. Their continuous support not only provides critical assistance to medical institutions and vulnerable populations, but also inspires fans and the wider audience to engage in a positive social impact.
Since their quiet philanthropy obtains recognition, acts as a powerful reminder of the heat and compassion that celebrities can lead to needy communities.
