Ko Ji-yong donates proceeds from birthday merchandise, vows "consistent giving, not a one-time act"

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Ko Ji-yong, formerly of Sechs Kies, marked his birthday by making a meaningful donation alongside fans, spreading positive influence.

Ko, who serves as a public advisory committee member for the Korea Social Security Information Agency under the Ministry of Health and Welfare, gained firsthand experience of the need for social attention and support for vulnerable groups. This motivated him to collaborate with the brand DE VINE to produce and sell commemorative T-shirts.

Sales proceeds from this project were donated through the Single-elderly Support Center and will be used to assist vulnerable individuals in need.

Notably, the T-shirts sold out immediately upon launch, drawing intense interest from fans. Fans' active participation translated into donations, once again highlighting Ko's influence and the warm culture of giving within his fandom.

Ko stated, "As a public advisory committee member for the Korea Social Security Information Agency under the Ministry of Health and Welfare, I have come to understand more deeply the realities faced by vulnerable groups and their specific needs. While considering ways to offer even small help, I found common ground with DE VINE Kim So-yeong (CEO), which led us to launch this project."

He added, "I hope this donation is not a one-time event but that we will continue our charitable activities for those in need in the future. Until now, only fans were aware of these efforts, but moving forward, I aim to practice giving together with more people and create positive influence."

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