From BTS to G-Dragon, top K-pop idols make huge donations to South Korea wildfire relief funds

Jungkook and G Dragon made donations to South Korea wildifire relief fund

South Korea recently faced a major wildfire outbreak that destroyed the southeastern part of the country. The wildfire has notably left around 30 people dead and thousands of structures, including a centuries-old Buddhist temple, destroyed. The recent wildfire is said to be the worst in the country’s history.

However, the Korean entertainment industry has stepped up to contribute to the relief fund. Several popular K-pop idols and K-drama actors have made significant donations to support wildfire relief efforts. Notable figures, including K-pop sensations BTS and BLACKPINK, have come forward to support people affected by the fire.

BTS member Jungkook, who is currently enlisted in the military for his mandatory service, has notably donated 1 billion won to the relief fund. The pop singer’s effort marked the largest donation so far.

BTS member V, aka Kim Tae-hyung, has donated 200 million won to support the victims of the recent major wildfires and the firefighters dedicated to the scene.

He announced that 100 million won would go towards emergency relief activities and recovery support for victims in wildfire-affected areas, including Sangcheongun in Gyeongnam, Uiseonggun in Gyeongbuk, and Ulju-gun in Ulsan.

Meanwhile, the remaining 100 million won will support projects focused on the recovery and improved treatment of firefighters who have worked tirelessly to extinguish the fires and rescue lives. This donation acknowledges the bravery and selflessness of these firefighters.

However, other BTS members, including RM, J-Hope and Suga, have donated 100 million won to the relief fund.

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BLACKPINK members Jennie and Jisoo have shown their support for disaster relief efforts. Jennie donated 100 million won to the Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association, which will allocate the funds for essential supplies, temporary housing, and emergency assistance. Meanwhile, Jisoo also made a generous contribution of 150 million won to the Korean Red Cross.

Aespa members Karina and Winter have made a generous donation of 100 million won each. Other significant donations include from rapper G-Dragon (300 million), actor Gong Yoo (100 million won), actress Kim Ji- Won (50 million), IVE (200 million won) and Stray Kids (800 million won).

Twice members Nayeon, Jihyo and Dahyun have donated 50 million won each to the relief fund. However, K-pop band member Seventeen donated 1 billion won that will be used swiftly and transparently to help affected residents regain stability as soon as possible.