week, the Korea Foundation for Persons
with Disabilities announced that Lee Young
Ae donated 50 million won (approximately
$40,700) to victims who were recently
evacuated from Guryong Village after a
massive fire broke out
According to the fire department, on January
20, a fire broke out in District 4 of the
Guryong Village in Gangnam, Seoul and over
500 people were evacuated. Around 60
homes were destroyed while approximately
60 residents were displaced
The actress shared, “My heart ached after
hearing news about the residents of Guryong
Village who have lost their homes and whose
lives have become more difficult due to this
sudden fire. I want to become of at least a bit
of help to those who are suffering”
The foundation added that as a mother of two
herself, Lee Young Ae had specifically asked
that they help any young victims. Her
donation will go towards helping the
residents of Guryong Village return to their