Yangsan Private Taxi Drivers Donate 'Hope Fare' to 1388 Youth Support Group

On December 26, the Yangsan Branch of the Gyeongnam Private Taxi Transport Association (headed by Jang Taeyoung) visited Yangsan City and donated 1 million won in sponsorship funds to the 1388 Youth Support Group at the Yangsan City Youth Counseling and Welfare Center.

Gyeongnam Private Taxi Transport Association Yangsan Branch donated sponsorship funds to the Yangsan City Youth Counseling and Welfare Center 1388 Youth Support Group. Provided by Yangsan City

The Yangsan Branch of the Gyeongnam Private Taxi Transport Association is an organization comprised of 533 individual taxi operators in Yangsan City. Since 2022, the branch, together with its members and led by the branch head, has continuously engaged in charitable activities, including promoting the 1388 Youth Hotline and donating scholarships.

The sponsorship funds donated this time will be used as scholarships for at-risk youth in the region through the 1388 Youth Support Group.

Jang Taeyoung, the branch head, stated, "We decided to donate these scholarships in the hope that they will provide some support to young people who are dedicated to their studies despite difficult circumstances. We will continue to gather the will of our members to carry out various social contribution activities for the local community."

Lee Seongmi, Director of the Women and Youth Division, said, "We are deeply grateful for the warm interest and encouragement shown to the youth despite challenging economic conditions. We will do our utmost to ensure that the members' valuable intentions are delivered to the youth and help them grow into strong talents for Yangsan."