IU is celebrating her 13th anniversary in the most generous way possible. The charismatic multi-hyphenate has donated over KRW850 million (US$70,000) worth of goods to several charities and organizations in South Korea. The donation will help underprivileged people especially children and teenagers.
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IU’s agency EDAM Entertainment confirmed the news, revealing that Lee Jieun made the donation happen on her own. The Hotel Del Luna actress reportedly spoke with companies she has promoted, convincing them to aid in her cause. As a result, IU was able to collect several donations that will be given to numerous organizations.
The full list of IU’s 13th-anniversary donations is listed below.
- 2,000 coats and winter gear from BLACKYAK for children and teenagers in shelters ahead of the winter season
- 2,000 Banolim pizzas for children and teenagers in shelters
- 2,000 first aid kits from Kyungdong Pharmaceutical to health centers
- 1,000 pairs of New Balance sneakers to teenagers who are nearing the end of their allowed time at shelters
- 30,000 bottles of Jeju Samdasoo Water to health centers
- 300 Evezari blanket and bedding sets to health centers
This isn’t the first time that IU has gone all out on donating to the less fortunate. The singer-songwriter has consistently made donations throughout her long career. In May 2021 alone, The Nation’s Sweetheart donated KRW10,000,000 to Yangpyeong county to aid single-parent families and grandparents raising grandchildren. IU had donated a total of KRW500,000,000 to several organizations and charities aiding women and children.
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IU debuted in 2008 at the age of 15 and has since gone on to become one of South Korea’s most successful celebrities. But all that success has never gone to her head and that’s why she’s still considered The Nation’s Sweetheart.
IU is celebrating her 13th anniversary since her debut on September 18, 2021.
