The Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association (Chairman Song Pil-ho) announced on the 14th that actor Byun Woo-seok has been appointed as a member of the high donor group 'Hope Bridge Honor Society'.
The 'Hope Bridge Honor Society' is a network of high-value donors who have contributed over 100 million won to Hope Bridge, actively participating in national disaster response as a sharing leader club. Byun Woo-seok joined as a full member of the Honor Society by donating 100 million won to Hope Bridge in April for neighbors affected by the large forest fires in the Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam regions.
Byun Woo-seok expressed his gratitude, saying, "I am truly thankful to be part of such a meaningful group as the Honor Society," and added, "Even a small gesture can provide strength and comfort to someone, and I would like to be there whenever possible." He continued, "I want to live a life that shares warm hearts with neighbors in need in the future."
Hope Bridge Secretary-General Shin Hoon stated, "The contributions of individuals like actor Byun Woo-seok, who are loved by the public, have a significant impact on society," and added, "We hope that Byun Woo-seok, who creates warm changes with his positive influence, will continue to shine more hope in society as a member of the Honor Society."
Meanwhile, the Hope Bridge National Disaster Relief Association is a disaster relief fundraising organization established in 1961 by national media and social organizations. It conducts various relief activities such as emergency relief, fundraising and distribution of donations, community recovery, and support for vulnerable groups during disasters, and is at the forefront of quickly providing necessary material resources.
[Geum Bit-na, MK Sports Reporter]
