Kolmar Korea Continues Support for Youths Leaving Care Facilities

Kolmar Korea is extending its support for young adults leaving child care facilities, aiming to ease their transition into independent life and foster social integration.

The company recently donated 37 million won (approximately $27,000 USD) at its research center in Seocho-gu, Seoul. This funding will be channeled through the non-profit organization Band Foundation to the social enterprise Soif Studio, which directly assists these young individuals.

This program, initiated in 2022, marks its fifth year and is recognized as a model for long-term social contribution. It targets individuals turning 18 who must leave institutional care and begin supporting themselves.

Over the past five years, Kolmar Korea has provided scholarships to 54 participants. The company also offers specialized design training for those interested in the cosmetics and beauty sector. A notable outcome of this training was a collaboration where young designers worked with Kolmar researchers to conceptualize and produce 'Hydra Sun Serum,' a moisturizing sunscreen. The lead designer received a bonus, and the product will be used to promote related public welfare projects.

A Kolmar Korea representative stated, "We are making long-term investments to help young people facing emotional and material barriers during their transition to independence. We will continue to strengthen linked programs that practically expand their self-reliance foundation, rather than just making one-off donations."

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We are making long-term investments to help young people facing emotional and material barriers during their transition to independence. We will continue to strengthen linked programs that practically expand their self-reliance foundation, rather than just making one-off donations.