'Hope this helps neighbors have a warm winter'
The Uiwang Household Waste Association donated 20 million won ($14,900) in cash to Uiwang on Monday to support low-income residents, the city announced Tuesday.
The handover ceremony was held at the mayor's office that day, with Uiwang Mayor Kim Sung-je and representatives of the association's nine member companies in attendance — Cheongsoo Industry, Daewoo Environment, Seunghwa, Jungang Industry, Hanwoo Development, Sungil Enterprise, Social Cooperative Bijitam, Dongwoo Silup and Daejeong Enterprise.
"I understand the city has been delivering the community's warmth to neighbors in need every year through kimchi-sharing events," association Chairman Yoo Sung-su said. "I hope this donation reaches families struggling with food during the winter in the form of kimchi, and serves as a small help in making their winter a warm one."
Mayor Kim said the generosity of local businesses had been a reliable source of support for marginalized neighbors. "We will ensure that the Uiwang Household Waste Association's heartfelt contribution translates into real benefits for those who need it," he said.
The donation will be processed through the Gyeonggi Province branch of the Community Chest of Korea and used to fund a kimchi-sharing support project for low-income households planned for next month.
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