Show Your Love for Neighbors Through Action
As the year drew to a close, WeLoveU members in the United States
and India practiced love for their neighbors
through the Clean WORLD Movement and blood drive.
They ended 2024 meaningfully by cleaning their local communities
and sharing love through blood drives for neighbors in critical need.
Clean WORLD Movement
- November 17 -
- December 22 -
Channelside Drive in Tampa, Florida, connects to Tampa Bay Harbor,
drawing countless tourists each year. WeLoveU members regularly clean
the surrounding area to ensure that both visitors and residents
can enjoy a pleasant and happy experience in a clean environment.
Blood Drive
- November 24 -
In an effort to address the blood shortage in the community,
238 WeLoveU members and citizens from Bhadradri Kothagudem, India,
participated in the 676th worldwide blood drive.
The Kothagudem Government General Hospital
and the Indian Red Cross Society partnered in the event,
with 100 individuals successfully donating blood.
Kunamneni Sambasiva Rao, Member of the Legislative Assembly
from Telangana State, and Rehman, Deputy Superintendent of Police,
attended the event and expressed their gratitude to WeLoveU
Honorary Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah, stating,
“Every life is precious, and donating blood is the same as saving lives.”
WeLoveU will continue its diverse activities to create clean
and beautiful communities while raising awareness of the value of life,
in collaboration with governments and local authorities in each country.
WeLoveU’s neighborly love, demonstrated through action,
will continue in 2025.
Green Planet Earth Painted by Children
Children from WeLoveU member families participated in the 2nd Global Children’s Environmental Art Competition organized by the media company Chosun News Press.
Held online from October 21 to 31, the competition featured 776 WeLoveU
children from 21 countries, including Republic of Korea, South Africa,
New Zealand, Germany, Mexico, the United States, Brazil, and Sri Lanka.
Through their artwork, they captured their vision of the Earth and its environment.
Let’s explore the Earth through their imagination and artwork.
🎨 Our Green Planet Earth 🎨
Diverse natural elements make the world
more beautiful and fascinating.
Beautiful Africa created with handprints
I expressed the beauty
of Korea’s four distinct seasons.
I wish to live happily with my family
on this beautifully created Earth.
As trees are planted, dragonflies
and birds come and flowers bloom.
Everyone became happy.
She is a girl who loves the Green Earth.
🎨 The Future We Will Face If We Don’t Change 🎨
Due to global warming, the Earth is melting
and living creatures are disappearing.
A polar bear lost its family and home,
because of global warming.
Look into the mirror and see
the once-cleaned Earth we have lost.
Everything we do to the Earth
comes back to us.
🎨 Let’s Save the Earth Together 🎨
When we plant trees,
it becomes easier to breathe.
Since no one is protecting
the environment, saddened children
are making efforts to create a cleaner world.
This is a robot that picks up trash,
plants flowers, and absorbs polluted air
to keep the Earth clean.
We need heroes to cool down the Earth,
which is heating up due to pollution.
Protecting the Earth for a Brighter Future
On November 26, winners of the 2nd Global Children’s Environmental
Art Competition were announced on the official website.
Out of thousands of entries submitted from around the world, top honors included Seoul Mayor Award, Education Minister Award, and Environment Minister Award, each given to one recipient, along with group awards to two teams. Additionally, Gold, Silver, Bronze, and Encouragement Awards and selected entries were presented for each grade level. A total of 74 WeLoveU children received awards: 2 Gold Awards, 8 Silver Awards, 20 Bronze Awards, 44 Encouragement Awards.
🏆 Gold Award
A Bountiful Tree
“I’m so happy to receive this award. I was sad to see colorful, beautiful trees disappearing. I painted trees because I want to see more of them. I hope to live happily with animals in a world full of trees and flowers.”
🏆 Gold Award
Let’s Save Water
“I’m grateful to participate in this competition. While painting, I faced challenges but refused to give up.I won the award and it makes me incredibly happy. I saw news about many people suffering from water shortages, and even animals and birds collapsing from thirst. Remembering those images, I painted with the hope of protecting water.”
“I would like to give thanks to the judges who appreciated my painting. I hope my artwork encourages people to stop littering. From now on, I will help protect the environment by properly disposing of trash, conserving water, and planting trees.
“I am really happy. I felt excited while painting. My dream is to become a police officer to protect people and a firefighter to safeguard people and forests from fires. I want to live happily in the clean Earth.
The award-winning artworks (up to the Silver Prize) were displayed
at Hello Museum, a children’s art museum in Seongsu-dong, Seoul,
from November 30 to December 1.
Children who visited the exhibition with their families
enjoyed taking pictures and shared their opinions about the environment.
WeLoveU will continue to encourage participation in the Environmental Art Competition, which fosters creativity, imagination, and awareness of environmental protection, hoping that the Green Planet Earth becomes cleaner and more beautiful.
The Green Planet Earth we all love! Let’s protect it together with WeLoveU.
Harmonious Cooperation for the Local Environment
During October and November, WeLoveU members in the United States
contributed to the local environmental preservation by creating Mom’s Garden
at parks and farms in New Jersey, Texas, and Connecticut. They planted
137 trees and sowed over 100 seed balls. This initiative was partnered
with SHI, Black Culture Collective, and Manasquan Bank.
Seed balls, made from seeds mixed with soil, clay, and fertilizer, boost germination rates and are frequently used for ecological restoration and tree planting.
October 27
🌳 New Brunswick, NJ: Mountainview Park 🌳
Tree Species: Maple, Oak, Birch
Number of Trees: 25
WeLoveU members, SHI, and volunteers
from the Black Culture Collective collaborated to plant trees,
replacing dead shrubs and restoring vacant spaces in the park.
This effort was also part of New Jersey’s “Beautifying the Highways” program.
🌳 Brick, NJ: Haven’s Farm 🌳
Tree Species: Sweet Bay Magnolia, Red Maple, Red Cedar
Number of Trees: 37
Volunteers from WeLoveU and Manasquan Bank worked in five teams
to plant trees across the grounds of Haven’s Farm in Brick Township.
They also removed weeds and built fences
to protect the trees from wind and wildlife.
November 3
🌳 Austin, TX: West Bouldin Creek Greenbelt 🌳
Tree Species: Indigenous Flora
Number of Trees: 50 Trees & 100+ Seed Balls
As part of efforts to protect forests and restore ecological balance, volunteers
planted indigenous trees and sowed seed balls in restricted development zones.
They removed invasive species, scraped tree bark to promote growth,
and worked to restore the area’s natural habitat. This initiative was supported
by SHI and the Black Cultural Community.
November 17
🌳 Bristol, CT: Memorial Boulevard Park 🌳
Tree Species: American Elm, Flowering Dogwood
Number of Trees: 25
A total of 92 WeLoveU members and local residents gathered at a park
in Bristol, an area with low green coverage, to plant various types of trees
that help improve air quality and soil conditions.
Dr. Pamela Monaco, President of Ocean County College
“On this beautiful fall morning in central New Jersey, an extraordinary initiative began as WeLoveU volunteers came together to beautify the park by planting trees. Everyone worked passionately, digging through the hard soil and carrying water buckets to care for the Earth. It has truly been an inspiring day!”
Dr. Pamela Monaco, President of Ocean County College
Tony Kono, Chairperson of Brick Township Environmental Commission
“I’ve worked with many volunteer groups, but WeLoveU members are truly remarkable. Everyone is so passionate and energetic. Your spirited chant of ‘We Love You’ is incredible. The Brick Environmental Commission is also working hard to improve the local environment, and we’re happy that you came to Brick Township today. I would love to have you guys back!”
Tony Kono, Chairperson of Brick Township Environmental Commission
Derwin Malone II, Director of Inside Sales for SHI in Austin
“We’re collaborating with WeLoveU to plant trees and vegetation and manage invasive species in the Austin Greenbelt area. Austin is renowned for its beautiful parks and trails, making it crucial to protect this greenbelt, as well as the surrounding lakes and rivers. Working with WeLoveU has been an incredible experience. I hope this effort continues, and I look forward to seeing the amazing work you will accomplish in the future.”
Derwin Malone II, Director of Inside Sales for SHI in Austin
Kevin English, Senior Director of Modern Workplace Services for SHI
“We’re planting trees with WeLoveU, and it’s inspiring to think that in 2–3 years, we’ll be able to return here and see how the trees we planted today have grown. Tree planting plays a significant role in mitigating climate change and improving health. I’d like to thank WeLoveU Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah for her vision in serving the community. SHI, the Black Culture Collective, and WeLoveU will continue this collaboration next year.”
Kevin English, Senior Director of Modern Workplace Services for SHI
Cara Pavalock-D'Amato, Connecticut State Representative
“It’s amazing to see so many people enthusiastically come together for a common goal. You’re doing incredible work. The global changes initiated by the WeLoveU Chairwoman are truly remarkable, inspiring not only me but also many others. I’m delighted to have met you all and excited to see the difference you will continue to make.”
Cara Pavalock-D'Amato, Connecticut State Representative
Through the Mom’s Garden Project,
WeLoveU will continue its harmonious collaboration
with various organizations dedicated to preserving the natural environment.
We look forward to everyone’s continued support
for Mom’s Gardens worldwide.
Protecting Mongolia’s Greener Future by Planting Trees
Mongolia is facing a severe desertification problem.
More than 70% of the country is affected by desertification
due to the rise in temperature, decrease in precipitation,
and the use of grassland for economic development.
As a result, the worsening yellow dust affects neighboring countries,
requiring international cooperation to combat desertification.
WeLoveU is participating in efforts to slow down desertification
in Mongolia through the Mom’s Garden Project.
On September 30, a cold snowy day, WeLoveU members gathered
at the International Cultural Park (IC Park) in Ulaanbaatar.
The initiative aimed to plant trees in the park in collaboration
with Ulaanbaatar Municipality and Khan-Uul District Office.
The plan was to plant trees around existing saplings in the park,
creating a 100-meter-long tree fence.
Tree Species Planted: Caragana Sinica
It increases the nitrogen content in the soil, blocks the wind,
and reduces water evaporation, which helps the growth of other plants
and the recovery of desertified land. It also thrives in harsh environments.
The members dug holes around the sapling field
and carefully planted 400 Caragana Sinica saplings.
They watered the saplings to ensure their roots settle properly
and covered them with soil.
Sugaragchaa, General Manager of Operations at IC Park
“Anyone, including individuals and organizations interested in tree planting, can participate in cultivating our park. I heard that WeLoveU carries out various volunteer activities in Mongolia beyond planting trees. I’m very happy to cooperate with the WeLoveU. I wish good health and happiness to Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah of the WeLoveU Foundation.”
Sugaragchaa, General Manager of Operations at IC Park
Tumenjargal, Agronomist at IC Park
“We are conducting an effort to plant 8,510 trees of 44 species in this IC Park. Today, the Intl. WeLoveU Foundation members came and planted 400 trees. As the autumn tree planting campaign has begun, we encourage anyone to join the campaign to create a greener future.”
Tumenjargal, Agronomist at IC Park
Trees absorb carbon dioxide, prevent soil erosion, and help mitigate
climate change. They are also effective in combating desertification.
The Mongolian government has declared a goal of planting 1 billion trees by
2030 under the One Billion Trees campaign, while Ulaanbaatar City has launched
its own initiative to plant 120 million trees as part of this nationwide effort.
WeLoveU will continue to carry out “Mom’s Garden” projects in various places
in cooperation with the Mongolian government and local governments
to prevent desertification and create a green environment.
The members hope the planted saplings will grow tall and beautiful,
providing a shelter for citizens
and contributing to the prevention of desertification.
Clean WORLD Movement: Fostering Community Pride
In September, WeLoveU members in the United States and Uruguay
carried out the Clean WORLD Movement, enhancing the cleanliness
and beauty of local areas on September 5, 8, and 26.
Creating Safe & Pleasant Spaces
Enhancing the Community’s Positive Image
Promoting Environmental Care Through Ownership
Approximately 110 members and citizens participated in cleaning streets
and parks in Washington D.C., Tampa in Florida, and Montevideo
in Uruguay, collecting over 1,300 kg (2,870 lbs) of waste in total.
In Washington D.C., the Williams Adley Foundation, which provides
accounting and management consulting services to federal agencies,
donated USD $10,000 to WeLoveU for local environmental improvement.
This was used for activities such as repairing park facilities,
planting flowers and trees, and beautifying the area
in collaboration with the foundation’s staff and WeLoveU members.
The Head of Montevideo’s F district, Juan Pedro Lopez, praised WeLoveU’s
efforts to improve the quality of life and the environment in the area,
presenting a certificate of appreciation to WeLoveU Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah.
U.S.
Oxon Run Park in Washington D.C.
September 5
Channelside Drive in Tampa, Florida
September 8
Uruguay
El Tanque and Alicante Streets in Montevideo
September 26
Liz Lainhart, Vice President of the Williams Adley Foundation
“We collaborated with WeLoveU to carry out various beautification activities
in Washington D.C., such as painting park benches and planting trees
and flowers. This work sends a message to the community
about valuing and caring for our local spaces.
Efforts like these, which help everyone enjoy the park,
are a significant benefit to neighbors and the environment.”
Liz Lainhart, Vice President of the Williams Adley Foundation
Rorena Gil, WeLoveU Member
“I participated in this activity to help our residents live in a cleaner
environment. Protecting the environment is everyone’s responsibility.
I’m proud and happy that today’s efforts have contributed
to improving our neighbors’ quality of life, even just a little.”
Rorena Gil, WeLoveU Member
Shannon Ninan, Citizen
“I’m from Florida and have visited this area often since childhood,
and recently, I’ve noticed an increase in tourists. I think keeping
the area clean is essential to maintaining its beauty. I hope more activities
like this, which instill pride in the community, continue to take place.”
Shannon Ninan, Citizen
Melinda Buck, President of the Williams Adley Foundation
“Our foundation is committed to contributing to the community. Today, we worked on beautifying the park, and I hope citizens will notice and enjoy the positive changes. We’re happy to share our mission of making a positive impact to our community, with WeLoveU. We have created meaningful change in the area, working together.”
Melinda Buck, President of the Williams Adley Foundation
Gimena Vidal, Councilor of Montevideo’s F District, Uruguay
“First, I want to thank Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah for leading this beautiful initiative. WeLoveU members have truly transformed this area. Compared with the environment before the cleanup, it’s now visibly much cleaner. It’s an amazing change.”
Gimena Vidal, Councilor of Montevideo’s F District, Uruguay
Clean and pleasant spaces help reduce daily stress, protect citizens’ health,
and foster a positive perception of the community.
WeLoveU will continue the Clean WORLD Movement, striving to clean
and care for local environments, so that residents can feel pride
in their communities and enjoy greater happiness.
Worldwide Clean WORLD Movement 2024
Have you heard the saying, “Cleaning adds positivity to life by attracting
good things”?Cleaning holds more power than we often realize.
Picking up plastic waste from the streets not only contributes to carbon
neutrality but can also reduce crime rates by keeping streets clean.
The Intl. WeLoveU Foundation, led by Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah,
has been actively conducting the Clean WORLD Movement to improve
local community environments for the sake of our neighbors and our planet.
This year, from June 1 to August 11, the Worldwide Clean WORLD Movement
was carried out in celebration of World Environment Day (June 5).
WeLoveU members and citizens joined hands in 23 cleanup activities,
collecting approximately 17 metric tons of waste across mountains,
rivers, beaches, parks, and streets in 13 countries,
including the United States, Indonesia, Zimbabwe, and Peru.
☘ Cleanups in Polluted Areas ☘
Orlando East in Johannesburg, South Africa
Coghlan Road in Bulawayo, Zimbabwe
Macalong Riverside in Urdaneta, the Philippines
Dounegnon Adidogome in Golf Lome, Togo
☘ Clean World Movement, Clean Local Community ☘
Cristina Mendez, Counselor of GORE La Libertad, Peru
“I’m so happy to participate in WeLoveU’s Clean WORLD Movement. I express my respect and gratitude to Chairwoman Zahng Gil-jah for this incredible efforts. I will continue to join WeLoveU.”
Cristina Mendez, Counselor of GORE La Libertad, Peru
Margarita Lopez, Head of Environmental Education Department at Asunción City Hall
“I took part in WeLoveU’s wonderful work. The members who dedicate themselves to harmonizing humanity and the Earth, through cleaning and caring the community, are truly amazing. Please support WeLoveU in fully carrying out its remarkable work for humanity and the Earth.”
Margarita Lopez, Head of Environmental Education Department at Asunción City Hall
Katie Cashin, Staff at Life Sciences Associate, U.S.
“We collaborated with the WeLoveU Foundation today to paint and brighten an outdoor community shelter. I’m grateful to the volunteers who made it possible. It was a joy to work with WeLoveU, which is doing remarkable things worldwide.”
Katie Cashin, Staff at Life Sciences Associate, U.S.
“Thank You for Your Love”
“Dreaming of a Beautiful and Clean World”
WeLoveU continues carrying out the Clean WORLD Movement,
making local communities cleaner and safer.
The healthy future of humanity depends on our determination and actions.
Please join the WeLoveU Clean WORLD Movement!