IU, BTS Jin, Kim Go-eun and More Stars Warm Hearts with Children’s Day Donations
As South Korea celebrated Children’s Day on May 5, several of its biggest stars including IU, BTS’s Jin, Kim Go-eun, Park Bo-young, and Jo In-sung marked the occasion with heartfelt donations aimed at improving the lives of children in need.
IU Donates ₩150 Million Under “IUAENA”
Singer-actress IU continued her tradition of giving by donating ₩150 million KRW (~$108,000 USD) under the name “IUAENA” (a combination of her name and fan club UAENA).
- ₩62 million KRW went to Eden I Ville, supporting children preparing for independent living and helping fund Children’s Day events and gifts.
- ₩90 million KRW was donated to Hansa Village and Hansarang Infant Center for the Disabled to aid with boiler replacement, medical rehabilitation, and daily care for children with disabilities.
IU is well known for her consistent charitable efforts, often donating on personal milestones like her debut anniversary or birthday. She was also named to Forbes Asia’s 30 Heroes of Philanthropy in 2019 and earlier this year donated ₩200 million KRW to wildfire relief and firefighter welfare.
BTS Jin Supports Pediatric Patients
BTS member Jin donated ₩100 million KRW (~$72,000 USD) to Seoul Asan Medical Center’s Children’s Hospital.
“Seeing children struggle with illness always weighs on my heart,” he shared via the hospital.
Advertisement“I hope this support helps them recover and return to happy, active lives.”
His contribution will be used to enhance medical services and treatment environments for young patients.
Kim Go-eun Gives for the Fifth Year
Actress Kim Go-eun donated ₩50 million KRW (~$36,000 USD) to Seoul National University Children’s Hospital. This continues a five-year streak of generous giving, with funds consistently directed toward medical expenses for children with chronic and critical illnesses.
Park Bo-young Donates and Volunteers
Beloved actress Park Bo-young contributed ₩20 million KRW (~$15,000 USD) to Green Umbrella Children’s Foundation for improving pediatric treatment facilities in Seoul. Notably, she has volunteered at children’s hospitals for over a decade, embodying her charitable spirit beyond financial support.
Jo In-sung Gives the Gift of Comfort and Care
Actor Jo In-sung took a more personal approach by gifting sneakers and monthly snacks to children at an orphanage in Seoul’s Gangdong-gu. He also regularly covers the cost of birthday cakes, tteokbokki, and pizza for the children and has invited youth with disabilities to his film premieres.
Since 2020, he has been involved in raising funds for rare pediatric disease treatment.
These generous acts by Korea’s top stars underscore a powerful message of compassion, showing how influence can be used for good especially on a day meant to celebrate and uplift children.