As wildfires continue to ravage the Yeongnam region — including Sancheong and Uiseong — for the fifth consecutive day, Korean celebrities are stepping forward in a powerful wave of giving. From major donations to heartfelt statements, the entertainment industry has united to support wildfire victims and first responders with a spirit reminiscent of a real-life “Avengers” team. Major stars, including IU, Suzy, Haechan, Park Bo-young, have contributed significant donations to aid victims and firefighters.

CELEBRITIES DONATE TO HELP RELIEF EFFORTS FOR WILDFIRE DISASTER IN SOUTHEASTERN SOUTH KOREA

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• Yoo Jae Suk: 1 billion KRW
• SEVENTEEN: 1 billion KRW
• JYP Entertainment: 500 million KRW
• SM Entertainment: 300 million KRW
• IVE: 200 million KRW
• IU: 200 million KRW
• Karina (aespa): 100 million KRW
• J-Hope (BTS): 100 million KRW
• Suga (BTS): 100 million KRW
• Taeyeon (SNSD): 100 million KRW
• Byun Woo Seok: 100 million KRW
• Seulgi (Red Velvet): 100 million KRW
• Lee Young Ji: 100 million KRW
• Jang Geun Suk: 100 million KRW
• Lee Hyo Ri: 100 million KRW
• Lee Jun Ho (2PM): 100 million KRW
• Mark (NCT): 100 million KRW
• Lee Chan Won: 100 million KRW
• Jang Min Ho: 100 million KRW
• Young Tak: 100 million KRW
• Suzy: 100 million KRW
• Monsta X: 100 million KRW
• Gong Yoo: 100 million KRW
• Choi Woo Sik: 100 million KRW
• Kim Yoo Jung: 80 million KRW
• Jay Park: 70 million KRW
• Kim Woo Bin: 50 million KRW
• Shin Min Ah: 50 million KRW
• LE SSERAFIM: 50 million KRW
• Park Bo Young: 50 million KRW
• Kim Jong Kook: 50 million KRW
• Lyn: 50 million KRW
• Lim Ji Yeon: 50 million KRW
• Jihyo (TWICE): 50 million KRW
• Lee Dong Wook: 50 million KRW
• PLAVE: 50 million KRW
• Park Jin Young (GOT7): 50 million KRW
• Han Ji Min: 50 million KRW
• Hyeri (Girl’s Day): 50 million KRW
• Go Yoon Jung: 50 million KRW
• Go Min Si: 50 million KRW
• Haechan (NCT): 50 million KRW
• Kim Ji Won: 50 million KRW
• Kim So Yeon & Lee Sang Woo: 50 million KRW
• Wendy (Red Velvet): 50 million KRW
• UEE: 50 million KRW
• Cheon Woo Hee: 40 million KRW
• Jungwon (ENHYPEN): 30 million KRW
• Koyote: 30 million KRW
• Jang Sung Kyu: 30 million KRW
• Im Si Wan: 30 million KRW
• Park Hae Soo: 30 million KRW
• Lee Sang Soon: 20 million KRW
• Kim Sung Cheol: 20 million KRW
• Kim Se Jeong: 20 million KRW
• Loco: 20 million KRW
• Arin (Oh My Girl): 20 million KRW
• Jannabi: 10 million KRW
• Noh Yoon Seo: 10 million KRW
• Hyosung (former SECRET): 10 million KRW
• Kim Ji Woong (ZEROBASEONE): 10 million KRW
• BE’O: 10 million KRW
• Big Naughty: 10 million KRW
• Yoo Byung Jae: 10 million KRW
• Kim Jin Woo (WINNER): 10 million KRW
• Goo Hye Sun: 1 ton of rice

SEVENTEEN’s Outstanding Contribution

The Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association announced on March 27 that SEVENTEEN donated 1 billion KRW (approximately 700,000 USD) to support residents affected by wildfires in the regions of Ulsan, Gyeongbuk, and Gyeongnam.

The Secretary-General of Hope Bridge stated, “We are deeply grateful for SEVENTEEN’s generous contribution. The donated funds will be used swiftly and transparently to help residents living near the wildfire-affected areas return to their normal lives as soon as possible.”

IU’s Unwavering Support

On March 26, Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association confirmed that singer-actress IU donated a total of 200 million KRW — 100 million KRW for wildfire victims and another 100 million KRW to support and improve public awareness and working conditions for firefighters. IU stated, “I hope this brings some help to those affected. I send my deepest condolences to the victims and sincerely wish there will be no more casualties. I’m deeply grateful to the firefighters risking their lives.”

Suzy’s Compassionate Contribution

Suzy also donated 100 million KRW through Hope Bridge, wishing for a swift end to the wildfires and a speedy recovery for those affected. Her agency shared, “Suzy felt the need to help upon learning of the rapidly spreading damage.” A regular contributor to disaster relief efforts, Suzy is a member of the Hope Bridge Honors Club, with cumulative donations of 600 million KRW.

Park Bo-young, Go Youn-jung, and Lee Hye-ri Extend Their Support

Park Bo-young donated 50 million KRW specifically to improve support and recognition for firefighters. Her agency noted, “She has always been grateful to those working on the frontlines during disasters and hopes they can work in better conditions.” Go Youn-jung and Lee Hye-ri also donated 50 million KRW each to assist victims, with Go’s agency emphasizing, “She wanted to provide even a small source of strength for those suffering.”

NCT’s Haechan contributed 50 million KRW to Community Chest of Korea (Love Fruit). “I heard about the sudden wildfires and the pain they caused. I wanted to help in any way I could,” he said. Haechan, a member of the Honor Society for large donors, had previously given 100 million KRW to aid earthquake victims in Türkiye and Syria in 2023.

Previously reported donations included Lee Chan-won (100 million KRW), who was especially impacted as the wildfire struck near his hometown of Ulju, as well as actress Go Min-si (50 million KRW), actor Im Si-wan (30 million KRW), and entertainer Lee Seung-yoon (10 million KRW), and comedian Yoo Byung-jae and broadcaster Kim Na-young.

Singer Jang Min-ho donated 100 million KRW through the Korean Red Cross, while other stars such as WINNER’s Kim Jin-woo, and broadcaster So Yoo-jin and Kim Na-young have also contributed, amplifying the relief efforts. Kim Jin-woo, who has consistently donated during past disasters, shared, “I couldn’t just stand by. I hope my contribution helps those in need.” BTS’s Suga and j-hope have also donated 100 million won each to the cause.

It was also reported that many other celebrities, such as Baek Jong-won, Goo Hye-sun, Lee Hyori, Byun Woo-seok, IVE, Taeyeon, Lee Jun-ho, Kim Yoo-jung, Gong Yoo, Kim Go-eun, and various others, have made their respective donations, earning praise from netizens. K-pop agencies JYP and SM also donated 500 million won and 600 million won, respectively.

Meanwhile, according to the latest reports, the death toll from the Yeongnam wildfires has risen to 21 – 20 civilian casualties and one helicopter pilot who died while battling the flames. With over 27,000 people displaced, these heartfelt donations offer a glimmer of hope amid the destruction.

As wildfires continue to devastate the Yeongnam region including Sancheong and Uiseong for the fifth consecutive day, the Korean entertainment industry has united in a wave of compassionate giving.