BTS’s SUGA Donates ₩5 Billion to Launch Autism Treatment Center in His Name
BTS’s SUGA has once again proven that his impact goes far beyond music. On June 23, Severance Hospital announced a groundbreaking collaboration with the global superstar to open a dedicated treatment center for individuals with Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD). Named the Min Yoongi Treatment Center , the facility will focus on long-term, personalized care — blending clinical therapy with cutting-edge research — and officially broke ground at Jejungwon Hall that same day. What sets this initiative apart isn't just the ₩5 billion (approximately $3.6 million USD) donation — the largest ever by an artist to Severance or Yonsei Medical Center — but the heart and hands-on involvement behind it. Music with a Mission SUGA has long been known for his philanthropic spirit and advocacy for mental health, particularly among youth. But this project reflects something deeper — a desire to make music more than just art, but a bridge to healing. In late 2023, SUGA began working closely with Professo...
