On her debut anniversary, IU donated 200 million won to support various vulnerable groups, continuing her charitable efforts.
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IU celebrated her debut anniversary on September 18 and conveyed warm feelings once again. Her agency, EDAM Entertainment, revealed today (18th) that "IU donated 200 million won (about 2.1 million USD) under the name 'IUAENA' (IU + UAENA, the name of her fans) on her debut anniversary." This donation will be used to support various socially vulnerable groups, including children with serious illnesses, the disabled, youth preparing for independence, and elderly living alone. The donation was made to the "Korea Disability Foundation," "Make-A-Wish Korea," "Heart Foundation," and "Korea Vulnerable Elderly Support Foundation," with each receiving 50 million won (about 530,000 USD). The "Korea Disability Foundation" supports the disabled, "Make-A-Wish Korea" supports children with serious illnesses, "Heart Foundation" supports youth preparing for independence, and the "Korea Vulnerable Elderly Support Foundation" provides necessary items to elderly living alone through its comprehensive support center, especially for the Chuseok holiday. IU has been continuously donating under the name 'IUAENA' on meaningful days such as her debut anniversary, her birthday, and New Year's Eve. In March of this year, she donated 200 million won to support victims of large wildfires in the Gyeongsang region and improve the treatment and recognition of firefighters. On Children's Day, she donated 150 million won (about 1.5 million USD) for children and youth, and on her birthday, she donated 200 million won for socially vulnerable groups, continuing her good deeds. Recently, IU released a surprise new song "Bye, Summer" hoping it would be a special gift for her fans, which topped domestic and international charts and was mentioned in Forbes magazine. Additionally, her pop-up store "Found at Eight" is being held at The Hyundai Seoul, proving her enduring influence. Currently, IU is continuing to film her upcoming drama "The Great Lady of the 21st Century."
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![IU successfully held her 17th anniversary fan meeting, '2025 IU FAN MEET-UP [Bye, Summer]', creating unforgettable memories with fans.](https://cdn.livedoor.jp/kstyle/kstyle/16236e32f80676e3fefc740d28042609_WI.jpg)
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