The international humanitarian organization World Vision announced on the 20th that Kim Hongjoong, the leader of the popular Korean boy group ATEEZ, has been appointed as a member of the “Bob Pierce Honor Club”. Kim expressed his hope to use this opportunity to convey the value of sharing to everyone.
The “Bob Pierce Honor Club” is a high-donation club established in the name of the founder of World Vision. Among donors who have contributed more than 100 million Korean won, World Vision appoints donors who resonate with global issues and can promote the value of sharing as members of the club, aiming to promote the value of sharing in various sectors and fields.
Last year, in commemoration of the establishment anniversary of the official fan club “ATINY” on November 17th, Kim Hongjoong donated 10 million Korean won to World Vision to help underprivileged children in need. He also donated 50 million Korean won to a water project in Zambia, Africa, and participated in activities to help protect youth.
Regarding this donation, Kim Hongjoong stated, “I am happy to be able to share the love received from fans in a meaningful way. I hope that being appointed as a member of the Bob Pierce Honor Club this time will serve as an opportunity to make efforts in raising awareness for marginalized communities in Korean society and to convey the value of sharing to everyone.”