Local businesses, academic figures, and sports teams rally together to back the upcoming global agricultural event.

NONSHAN — Momentum is building rapidly for the 2027 Nonshan World Strawberry Industry Expo as a wave of voluntary donations pours in from across the community.

On November 9, the organizing committee for the landmark international event hosted a special contribution ceremony at the Nonshan City Hall mayoral chamber. The gathering brought together corporate leaders, academic figures, athletes, and local civic group representatives united by a common goal: ensuring the historic expo’s success.

The event marked a major milestone as six different entities stepped forward with financial contributions on the exact same day, highlighting the growing anticipation for what will be the world's premier global strawberry industry exhibition.

Among the day's major contributors, Korea Defense Industry Co., Ltd. pledged 30 million won, while KD Solution provided a donation of 20 million won.

Support extended far beyond the corporate sphere. Professor Kim Sung-hee of Hanyang University contributed 1 million won to champion the cause. Meanwhile, local athletic and community groups demonstrated grassroots enthusiasm: the Nonshan City Hall inline skating team raised 3.5 million won, the Nonshan City Gateball Association donated 2.5 million won, and the Buchang-dong Senior Citizens' Association contributed 1 million won.

Organizers noted that the diverse makeup of the donors—spanning industry, higher education, and athletics—reflects broad regional backing. The committee emphasized that this grassroots enthusiasm will serve as a crucial foundation as preparations ramp up for the global showcase.

"We are deeply moved by the outpouring of support from six distinct organizations and individuals in a single day," said Co-Chairman Baek Sung-hyun. "We will channel this generosity and encouragement into creating a world-class event that proudly showcases the exceptional quality of Nonshan strawberries to a global audience."

[ⓒ Global Economic Times. 무단전재-재배포 금지]