Not everyone chooses to spend their birthday giving rather than receiving, but for Stray Kids’ Han, it’s become something of a tradition. On September 14, his birthday, Han donated a total of 100 million won — roughly $74,400 — to the social welfare organization Angels Haven, continuing a pattern of using his own special day to make a difference for children who need it most.
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Where the Donation Is Going
The funds will be split evenly between two causes. Half, 50 million won, will support the protection and psychological treatment of abused children, while the remaining 50 million won will go toward child-rearing and educational support at the Eunpyeong Angel’s Home.
Sharing his thoughts on the donation, Han expressed a hope to offer even a small sense of comfort to children who have been through pain, wishing for them to heal in a safe, nurturing environment and rediscover their happiness.
Stray Kids: A Pattern of Giving Back
This isn’t a one-time gesture for Han. For his birthday in 2025, he donated funds to Samsung Medical Center, supporting treatment and caregiving costs for both adult patients with severe illnesses and pediatric and adolescent patients. He has also contributed to World Vision Hong Kong to help fund fire damage recovery efforts in the city, showing a consistent commitment to charitable causes well beyond just his birthday.
Donation Breakdown
| Cause | Amount |
|---|---|
| Protection & Psychological Treatment for Abused Children | 50 million won |
| Child-Rearing & Educational Support (Eunpyeong Angel’s Home) | 50 million won |
| Total Donation | 100 million won (~$74,400) |
Stray Kids Stay Busy Beyond the Milestone
Han’s birthday comes during a particularly active stretch for Stray Kids as a group. They recently launched “STRAYCITY,” a festival they’re leading across three South American cities — Bogotá, Buenos Aires, and Mexico City — while their world tour “RUN IT” continues to make stops around the globe.
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FAQs
Q1. How much did Han donate for his birthday, and where is it going?
Han donated a total of 100 million won, approximately $74,400, to the organization Angels Haven. The donation was split evenly, with 50 million won directed toward the protection and psychological treatment of abused children, and the other 50 million won supporting child-rearing and educational programs at the Eunpyeong Angel’s Home, ensuring the funds address both immediate care and long-term developmental support for the children involved.
Q2. Is this the first time Han has made a birthday donation?
No, this continues a pattern for Han. In 2025, he donated to Samsung Medical Center to help cover treatment and caregiving costs for both adult and pediatric patients. He has also supported World Vision Hong Kong’s fire damage recovery efforts, showing that his charitable giving extends beyond just birthday milestones and reflects an ongoing personal commitment to supporting vulnerable communities.
