Birthday with a purpose: Actor Kim Seon-ho donates $35,000 to senior welfare programs

Kim Seon-ho / Courtesy of Fantagio

Kim Seon-ho is drawing praise from fans after marking his birthday with a meaningful donation aimed at supporting elderly communities across Korea.

According to his agency, Fantagio, Kim donated 50 million won ($35,000) to the Korea Association of Senior Welfare Centers on Friday, his birthday.

The nationwide organization supports senior welfare centers across the country through policy programs, education initiatives, research and community networking projects. Kim’s donation will reportedly be used to support educational activities and social participation programs for elderly citizens at welfare centers nationwide.

The actor’s decision reportedly came after filming the variety show “Bonjour Bakery,” where he spent time interacting closely with elderly residents in regional communities.

According to the agency, Kim wanted the donation to go beyond simple financial support and instead encourage older adults to continue learning and taking on new challenges.

Fans online also reacted warmly to the news, with many praising the actor for continuing his long-running tradition of “birthday giving” rather than focusing solely on celebrations.

Kim has consistently made charitable donations around his birthday since 2021, supporting causes including medical treatment for children with leukemia and assistance programs for young adults preparing for independent living after leaving institutional care.

The actor is currently appearing in the Coupang Play variety show “Bonjour Bakery” and is also preparing to return to screens through the upcoming “Delusion” on Disney+.

This article from Xportsnews is adapted by a generative AI system and edited by The Korea Times.