British chamber donates funds for good causes
British Chamber of Commerce in Korea (BCCK) CEO Sean Blakeley, fifth from right, and the chamber’s delegates pose for a picture during their visit to the Myongdo Welfare Center in Mokpo, South Jeolla Province, June 20. / Courtesy of BCCKBy John RedmondAs part of its efforts to give back to the local community, the British Chamber of Commerce in Korea (BCCK) has distributed about 70 million won ($60,800) to four good causes.The BCCK selects and funds nonprofit organizations on an annual basis to help support the development of services the organizations provide to the local community.These include the Myongdo Welfare Center, the Jeon Jin Sang Center, Angels’ Haven and the Chevening Scholarship.Established in 1992, the Myongdo Welfare Center supports the needs of over 700 children and adults with various learning disabilities. The center aims to provide services for children and adults that reflect individual needs and choices, while empowering them to become active and valued members of their communities.A BCCK delegation visited the center in Mokpo, South Jeolla Province,
Jul 4, 2017