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IU Donates $341,000 to Support Marginalized Groups This Christmas

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IU has made a substantial Christmas donation to support those in need. She contributed 500 million won (approximately $341,000), further demonstrating her commitment to making a positive social impact.

On Wednesday, IU’s agency, EDAM Entertainment, announced that the artist donated the amount under the name IUana—a combination of her stage name and her fan club name—to assist various marginalized groups. The donation was distributed to several organizations in South Korea and internationally, including Seoul Asan Medical Center, the Seoul Child Welfare Association, With World, and Warm Companions.

IU’s generous contribution will support a wide range of initiatives. These include helping elderly patients and women with cancer facing financial hardships through Seoul Asan Medical Center, empowering young adults transitioning to independence through the Seoul Child Welfare Association, and improving living conditions for vulnerable communities in Jjok bang chon (small cubicle-style villages) and semi-basement apartments through With World. The donation will also fund the creation of customized spaces for people with disabilities and provide advanced assistive devices through Walk Together. Additionally, it will support homeless shelters via the Yeollinbogji, fund clean water, sanitation, and healthcare projects for children abroad through Plan International, promote cultural and artistic activities for underprivileged children through Walking With Us, and provide hearing aids for children with hearing impairments through The Snail of Love.

IU has long been involved in philanthropy, making charitable donations on special occasions such as her debut anniversary, birthdays, and year-end holidays. Her actions have had a lasting, positive influence on society. In September, she donated 225 million won (approximately $153,500) to IUana to celebrate the 16th anniversary of her debut. What makes her contributions particularly meaningful is her collaboration with her fans, adding even more significance to her charitable efforts and inspiring others to give back.

In addition to her philanthropy, IU also recently wrapped up a successful concert at Seoul World Cup Stadium. The 2024 IU HEREH WORLD TOUR CONCERT ENCORE: THE WINNING marked a milestone in her career, solidifying her position as an artist whose appeal spans across generations.

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