November 17, 2025 marked a truly meaningful Monday for Woori Bank Vietnam. Instead of the usual office attire, Woori Bank Vietnam’s volunteer team put on blue T-shirts and aprons as they headed to Yen Vui Charity Kitchen in Hanoi, to take part in the “Woori Care” Loving Kitchen community program.

Founded by the Bong Sen Foundation, Yen Vui Charity Kitchen provides warm, nutritious meals to people in need. Every day, the kitchen serves hundreds of diners for only 1,000-2,000 VND per meal, offering comfort and compassion to low-income workers, people with disabilities, and disadvantaged individuals across Hanoi. Despite the symbolic price, each meal is thoughtfully prepared, well-balanced, and hygienic, with a main dish, vegetables, soup, and fruit. In a clean and welcoming space, guests find not only nourishment but also dignity, kindness, and a sense of belonging.

During this program, Woori Bank Vietnam’s volunteers, comprising both Korean and Vietnamese staff, joined the kitchen team in preparing meals, serving diners, and cleaning up after service. The Bank also sponsored the full day’s operating expenses and donated essential items such as rice, cooking oil, and seasonings, with a total contribution of over VND 30 million to support the kitchen’s ongoing activities.

The kitchen buzzed with warmth and teamwork as volunteers washed vegetables, chopped ingredients, seasoned dishes, and set tables. By lunchtime, more than 250 portions of hot beef stew, crispy bread, and golden sweet-potato fritters were carefully prepared and served to elderly diners, low-income workers, and people with disabilities.

 

After the volunteering session, each participant left with a full heart – grateful for the opportunity to work alongside colleagues, to share kindness through every serving, and to bring simple joy to those facing life’s challenges.

Through the “Woori Care” Loving Kitchen initiative, Woori Bank Vietnam reaffirms strong commitment to sustainable development and corporate social responsibility. At Woori, our employees contribute not only with their professional expertise, but also with compassion and a genuine desire to support the community.