We Are Closing Out Our Preschool Scholarship Program

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Thank you for your many years of generosity toward KKOOM’s Pre-School Scholarship Program, and our “Early education for Korean toddlers” project on GlobalGiving. Your support has helped young children in Korea access early childhood education during a time when government funding was limited. Today, we are writing to share an important update: we will be […]

Updates on Taehyeon KKOOM’s U.S. College Scholar

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U.S. College Scholar Program Earlier this year, YANA Ministry, an organization in our network that supports orphans and children experiencing poverty, reached out to ask if we could help a young adult named Taehyeon. Since we have known Taehyeon from his time living at a KKOOM-supported children’s home, our answer was an immediate yes.   […]

On a Mission to Plan the Perfect Holiday Party

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Spreading Joy, Building Tradition As we enter fall and the end of the year draws near, we’re reflecting on the impact your support has made and the dreams it continues to nurture. Thanks to your generosity, students in Korea’s social welfare system have explored their creativity, traveled to new cities, pursued master’s degrees, stayed active […]

From Passion to Purpose: My Journey with KKOOM

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Hello! My name is Taehun Lee. I am currently a medical student in the United States, and some of my most meaningful work has been through my time in service. I am blessed to have had the privilege of walking alongside children and various dedicated teams to support programs that bring joy, stability, and opportunity […]

Welcoming the Youngest Children with Care

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A 6-month-old baby has just arrived at a KKOOM-supported children’s home with nothing but the clothes on her back.   Earlier this year, we raised our Welcome Boost Fund from $150 to $200. Now, recognizing the greater needs of infants and toddlers who often arrive with nothing and with rising costs, we have increased the […]

The Season of Waiting – Fall 2022 Update

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We have all reached a season of waiting. Waiting to hear from that dream job. Waiting to have our own family. Waiting for our dreams and desires to come to fruition. During these seasons, it is difficult at times to see the hope at the end of the tunnel.   We are currently embracing the […]