The Seongnam Cultural Foundation delivered over 900 items collected from employees to the Goodwill Store, a facility supporting people with disabilities in Seongnam, on August 10. This initiative aims to promote resource recycling and support job creation for individuals with disabilities.
According to the foundation, a donation ceremony was held at the Seongnam Arts Center conference hall, participating in the city’s ‘Monday is Goodwill Day’ campaign.
‘Monday is Goodwill Day’ encourages donations of reusable items from homes and organizations to promote resource recycling and support job creation and economic independence for vocational rehabilitation facilities for people with disabilities.
The foundation conducted a donation campaign for employees from July 20 to August 7, resulting in the collection of over 900 items, including clothing, household goods, books, and small appliances.
The donated items will be sorted and sold by workers with disabilities at the Goodwill Store. The proceeds will be used to support vocational training and economic independence for individuals with disabilities.
This initiative is significant as it not only donates items but also adds new value to items that could have been discarded, fostering community sharing that supports the employment and independence of people with disabilities.
Local citizens have responded positively to the foundation's participation.
One citizen remarked, “It feels meaningful to organize unused items knowing they can be reused by someone in need,” adding, “I hope this kind of community sharing activity continues with participation from both institutions and citizens.”
Another citizen stated, “This campaign is commendable not just for donating items but for connecting to job opportunities for people with disabilities. I hope it serves as an opportunity for community involvement.”
Meanwhile, Yoon Jeong-guk, the foundation's CEO, stated, “Items that have served their purpose for us can become new opportunities and sources of independence for someone else,” expressing hope that employees’ small actions will lead to a positive cycle of sharing that creates change in the community.
* This article has been translated by AI.
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