Group GOT7 member YOUNGJAE has donated 10 million won to an abandoned dog shelter in celebration of his birthday.

On September 17, marking his birthday, YOUNGJAE delivered a donation of 10 million won to Rainbow Shelter, operated by the abandoned animal protection organization Korean Dogs. The donated funds will be used for the medical treatment and health recovery of abandoned dogs rescued from poor environments, as well as for improving shelter facilities.

This is not YOUNGJAE's first time supporting abandoned dogs. At the end of last year, he also donated 30 million won to the same shelter. At that time, he delivered the donation in the name of his beloved dog Koko, who crossed the rainbow bridge, and personally visited the shelter to engage in volunteer activities such as cleaning the dog kennels.

Koko was a Maltese adopted and raised by YOUNGJAE along with fellow group member Mark. Loved by the members since their dormitory days, Koko moved with YOUNGJAE in April 2017 when he left the dorm to live with his older brother. YOUNGJAE has frequently shared his daily life with Koko through personal social media channels.

Meanwhile, YOUNGJAE is currently serving as a public service worker, with his discharge scheduled for August 26 next year.



(Photo: SBS Entertainment News, Reported by Kang Kyung-yoon)