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Posted by VITALSIGN42 pts Wednesday, October 12, 2011

JYJ funds the construction of a shelter for earthquake victims in Japan

A portion of the $600,000 USD that JYJ donated to the relief efforts in Japan earlier this March has been used to construct a rest shelter for earthquake victims in Iwate. On October 12th, World Vision and C-JeS Entertainment revealed, "About 30 to 40% of those living in Iwate are over the age of 65, and it was one of the most urgent areas in need of help. During the two years it will take to recover the area from damages caused by the earthquake, the residents will have somewhere to rest and stay in safety thanks to the members of JYJ." Matsuko (63) stated, "After the earthquake, many residents were mentally nervous about what would be happening. Thanks to JYJ and World Vision, we are all in a peace of mind. I genuinely express my gratitude." A part of the donations were also used to fly in emergency supplies and help reconstruct of buildings earlier this year. JYJ has been working all year long to raise awareness for the issue, touring nine different cities worldwide to alert the world of the severity of the need for recovery in Japan. The members said, "The earthquake in Japan was a big shock and sadness. At the time it occurred, we found a channel to help children affected by the disaster, and now, through World Vision, we are glad to be able to create an area of rest for everyone." Other charity efforts made by JYJ include the donation of $30,000 USD to World Vision to reconstruct an elementary school in Congo. Fans also took part by donating rice wreaths, which were given to 11 homes in need. Source + Photos: SPN via Nate

  1. WORLD VISION
  2. JYJ
  3. EARTHQUAKE RELIEF
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