It is always devastating to hear about countries that have been affected by devastating natural disasters and the loss that takes over those nations. Recently, Turkey (Türkiye) and Syria have experienced destructive earthquakes that have taken the precious lives of many. As such, many people around the world have been making donations towards the rescue and survival effects of the affected citizens in both nations. K-Pop idols and groups have also donated to the Turkey and Syria earthquake relief efforts.
As a fan, you might be curious about which Korean celebrities have made donations so far.
Make sure to check out the Korean actors who have donated to Turkey and Syria in the below article, too.
10 Korean Actors Who Have Donated Towards The Turkey And Syria Earthquake So FarKDRAMA STORIES Feb 21, 2023
Here is a list of the K-Pop idols and groups who have donated money towards the Turkey and Syria earthquake relief efforts as of Feb. 20, 2023.
Note: Acting-dols (idol actors) have been included in the K-Pop idols who have donated to Turkey and Syria article (this article).
Note: This list is in no particular order. Korean won will be referred to as 'KRW' or 'won' throughout the article.*
1. BTOB's EunKwang
BTOB's EunKwang donated 10 million won (about 7,900 USD) to ChildFund Korea.
2. GOT7's Jay B
GOT7's Jay B donated 60 million KRW (about 47,300 USD) to ChildFund Korea, too.
3. GOT7's JinYoung
GOT7's JinYoung donated 30 million won (about 23,700 USD) to Save the Children, an international children's rights NGO.
4. Suzy
Suzy donated 100 million won (about 78,800 USD) to UNICEF's Korean Committee.
5. ZE:A's Yim SiWan
Yim SiWan donated 10 million KRW (about 7,900 USD) to Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association.
6. Girl's Day's HyeRi
Girl's Day's HyeRi donated 50 million KRW (about 39,400 USD) to UNICEF's Korean Committee.
7. WINNER's Jinu
WINNNER's Jinu donated 10 million KRW (about 7,900 USD) to Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association.
8. Kim SeJeong
Kim SeJeong donated 40 million won (about 31,500 USD) to Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association, as well.
9. ITZY's RyuJin
ITZY's RyuJin is another K-Pop idol who donated to Turkey and Syria. She donated 50 million KRW (about 39,900 USD) to the NGO The Promise.
10. TWICE
TWICE donated 200 million KRW (about 155,600 USD) to the NGO Save the Children.
11. SEVENTEEN's S.Coups
SEVENTEEN's S.Coup's donated 20 million KRW (about 15,800 USD) to Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association, as well.
12. NCT's DoYoung
NCT's DoYoung donated 100 million won (about 78,800 USD) to Community Chest of Korea.
13. NCT's HaeChan
NCT's HaeChan donated 100 million won (about 78,800 USD) to Community Chest of Korea.
14. NCT's Mark
NCT's Mark donated 150 million won (about 116,700 USD) to Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association, as well.
15. (G)I-DLE's SoYeon
(G)I-DLE's SoYeon donated 20 million KRW (about 15,800 USD) to Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association, as well.
16. (G)I-DLE's Minnie
(G)I-DLE's Minnie is another K-Pop idol who donated to Turkey and Syria. She donated 20 million KRW (about 15,800 USD) to Hope Bridge Korea Disaster Relief Association, as well.
17. BTS' j-hope
BTS' J-Hope donated 100 million won (about 78,800 USD) to UNICEF's Korean Committee.
18. BTS' JiMin
BTS' JiMin donated 100 million won (about 78,800 USD) to UNICEF's Korean Committee.
19. NewJeans and ADOR
NewJeans and their agency ADOR donated 200 million KRW (about 155,600 USD) to the UN World Food Programme.
20. Stray Kids' HyunJin
Stray Kids' HyunJin is another K-Pop idol who donated to Turkey and Syria. He has donated 100 million won (about 78,800 USD) to The Promise.
21. Stray Kids' ChangBin
Stray Kids' HyunJin has donated 100 million won (about 78,800 USD) to The Promise.
22. Stray Kids' Felix
Stray Kids' Felix donated 50 million KRW (about 39,900 USD) to World Vision.
23. ChungHa and Byulharang
ChungHa and Byulharang (her fan club) donated 20 million KRW (about 15,800 USD) to the Korean Red Cross.
24. IVE and Starship Entertainment
IVE and their agency Starship Entertainment donated 150 million won (about 116,700 USD) to the NGO Good Neighbors.
These are only a few of the Korean celebrities who have been contributing to relief efforts. Are there any other Korean celebrities who've made donations that we have yet to include in the list? Share who they are in the comments!
Our condolences to those affected by this tragedy. Let's all continue to keep Turkey and Syria in our thoughts and prayers.
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