[Asia Economy Reporter Moon Jiwon] Housing and Urban Guarantee Corporation (HUG) announced on the 25th that it has donated 100 million won to the National Disaster Relief Association to support COVID-19 self-quarantine subjects and medical staff.
The National Disaster Relief Association is the only legally authorized disaster relief organization in Korea, established for the relief of disaster victims and the collection and management of donations and supplies.
HUG plans to provide 'Warmth Kits filled with care,' consisting of hygiene products and food supplies, to self-quarantine subjects, and 'Cheer Up! Health Kits,' composed of fatigue recovery items such as vitamins, to medical staff.
Lee Jae-kwang, President of HUG, emphasized, "Going forward, HUG will not only focus on its original mission of ensuring housing stability for the people but also proactively engage in relief activities during various disasters such as infectious diseases, becoming a public institution that creates social value."
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