12 Days of KKOOM: Taehun and Hannah Mi’s Stories
For our 12 Days of KKOOM, we’re sharing the voices of our volunteers and Board members. Their reflections remind us why community matters and how meaningful moments—big and small—can transform a child’s year. Taehun and a student during Oak Tree Project’s Seoul Soccer Camp. Commitment to Service: Taehun’s Story What is your favorite holiday song? […]
12 Days of KKOOM: Neya and HeeJae’s Stories
For our 12 Days of KKOOM, we’re sharing the voices of our volunteers and Board members. Their reflections remind us why community matters and how meaningful moments—big and small—can transform a child’s year. Neya, our KKOOM social media volunteer. Making a Difference: Neya’s Story What is your favorite holiday song? ”I Want a Hippopotamus for […]
12 Days of KKOOM: Jack and Jun’s Stories
For our 12 Days of KKOOM, we’re sharing the voices of our volunteers and Board members. Their reflections remind us why community matters and how meaningful moments—big and small—can transform a child’s year. Jack and Hyunju, our 2025 Assistant Holiday Coordinator. We All Just Need Love: Jack’s Story What is your favorite holiday song? “12 […]
12 Days of KKOOM: Jean, Jessie, and Patty’s Stories
For our 12 Days of KKOOM, we’re sharing the voices of our volunteers and Board members. Their reflections remind us why community matters and how meaningful moments—big and small—can transform a child’s year. Jean and other KKOOM Board Members at our 2025 KKOOM Board Retreat. A Sense of Purpose: Jean’s Story What is your favorite […]
12 Days of KKOOM: Mika, Amanda, and Declan’s Stories
For our 12 Days of KKOOM, we’re sharing the voices of our volunteers and Board members. Their reflections remind us why community matters and how meaningful moments—big and small—can transform a child’s year. Mika and her sister during the holidays. The Importance of Community: Mika’s Story What is your favorite holiday song? “Have Yourself a […]
On a Mission to Plan the Perfect Holiday Party
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 […]
KKOOM’s First Wish
The origins of KKOOM began with one simple wish—to bring Christmas cheer to youth living in a children’s home in Gumi, South Korea. In 2004, Aimee Jachym, KKOOM’s Co-founder, was serving as a Fulbright English Teacher and spent her free time volunteering at a local children’s home. Aimee, along with Erika (KKOOM’s other co-founder) and […]
Helping Kids Discover Their Magic
On a cloudy, cold December day I teach my third-grade elementary students how to describe the weather they are seeing in English. When little flurries of snow start to fall, the students excitedly yell out “It’s snowing!” They all start to smile and point to the windows. There are many things I’ve learned to […]