Shinhan Financial Hope Foundation Selects Best Practices in Family Crisis Support Program

Collaboration with Social Workers and Police Nationwide
Support Provided to 3,098 Households, Approximately 4.4 Billion Won

Shinhan Financial Hope Foundation announced on December 11 that it has selected a total of 10 organizations in the 'In Times of Crisis, Together with Shinhan' best practices contest, a support program for families in crisis.

This program is based on on-site collaboration between social workers and police officers nationwide, aiming to identify families in crisis at an early stage and provide customized support according to each situation. The contest was organized to share outstanding cases from city and provincial police agencies and social welfare organizations that have discovered and supported families in crisis, and to recognize their dedicated efforts.

The contest, held from October 20 to November 7, selected five organizations in the police category (Bucheon Ojeong Police Station, Cheonan Seobuk Police Station, Songpa Police Station, Guro Police Station, and Michuhol Police Station) and five organizations in the social worker category (Sanghabuk General Social Welfare Center, Daebang General Social Welfare Center, Dusong General Social Welfare Center, Heukseok General Social Welfare Center, and Jeonnam Northern Child Protection Agency) as best practice cases through expert evaluation.

Depending on the level of commendation, the awarded organizations will receive prizes such as domestic and overseas training programs and smart devices to help enhance their on-site expertise.

This year, Shinhan Financial Hope Foundation provided approximately 4.4 billion won in support for living expenses, medical care, education, and housing to a total of 3,098 households (9,072 people). Since 2023, the foundation has supported a cumulative total of 6,997 households (15,961 people) with approximately 10.2 billion won.

A representative from Shinhan Financial Hope Foundation stated, "Going forward, Shinhan Financial Group will continue to expand various forms of support so that all families in crisis can regain hope and stand up again."

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