BASS is proud to have supported many different charities over the years. Our fundraising has helped, amongst others:

Big Mama’s House, an independent orphange; Anna House, which supports men who are homeless;

Agit Youth, a supporter of youth who are homeless;

Myongdo Welfare Centre, which runs projects to assist children and adults with mental and physical handicaps;

Seoul Shelter for Women, caring for women who are mentally challenged;

New Light Community, providing care for those with HIV/AIDS.;

Angel's Haven, providing a home and support for disabled boys and young men in Seoul.​​

 

EASTERN WELFARE SOCIETY

Eastern Social Welfare Society (ESWS) was founded in 1972 with the mission of “realizing the value of life.” For the past 48 years, they have been offering comprehensive social welfare services for children, single moms, senior citizens and the physically challenged. They also offer community welfare programs in Korea and abroad to meet the needs of the changing societies. ESWS in Seoul provides services for orphaned children, taking in abandoned babies and finding them foster and permanent families. They also support single mothers.

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​SALVATION ARMY

BASS members have supported the Salvation Army by donating Christmas presents for children in need.

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WOONURI SOCIAL WELFARE FOUNDATION

Woorinuri supports talented children from low income families, providing them with the financial support to pursue their dreams, be it to sing, act, compete in a sport or teach. Children are supported through their schooling and in most cases the successful students return to help younger children.

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ST COLUMBAN'S HOME AND HOSPICE FOR THE ELDERLY

The home looks after around 70 elderly residents, some of whom suffer from Alzheimer’s or other conditions. It is on the outskirts of Chuncheon, overlooking peach orchards and mountains.​  In July 2018, BASS donated five million KRW which was used to buy seven new beds, specially designed with rails on each side to prevent falls. In October 2019 BASSS donated a further five million KRW allowing them to purchase new shower trolleys and two more beds. ​ Our President and Welfare Coordinator visited the home in January 2019, where they met the friendly staff and cheerful residents. As well as seeing the new beds, which each have a BASS label attached, they were shown the pleasant dining and recreation area, including an outdoor space and vegetable garden.

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NEW LIGHT COMMUNITY

The New Light Community in Seoul is led by Sister Martina and supports AIDs patients. BASS donated 1 million KRW to this charity to help with their running costs. They receive very little funding and nothing from the Korean government. 

 

There is always an ongoing need to support these, and many other, incredibly dedicated organisations. It is through the participation of our members in our activities and fundraisers that we can continue to help make a difference. Please join us in this!