[Company Announcement] Seeking Nominations for the Social Contribution Awards Honoring Those Who Have Shown Warmth to Society

[Financial News] Financial News, a first-class economic newspaper, is calling for nominations for the 2026 Social Contribution Awards.
Growing geopolitical risks, deepening global bloc formation and tightening trade regulations are increasing the business burden not only on large corporations but also on small, medium-sized and mid-sized export companies. Amid these overlapping crises, they face the challenge of securing future growth engines and building a foundation for sustainable management.
Despite these difficulties, Korean companies continue to serve quietly as strong pillars supporting the social safety net. As awareness of creating social value has matured, the scope of corporate social contribution has expanded beyond large corporations to include mid-sized and small businesses as well as promising venture companies.
Financial News presents the Social Contribution Awards every year to encourage the social contribution activities of companies and institutions and promote outstanding examples. Last year, it established the Korea Venture Business Association (KOVA) Chairman’s Award to highlight the efforts of small businesses and venture companies working to build a better society. Financial News will ensure that the sincere efforts of diverse companies receive the recognition they deserve.
We hope the Social Contribution Awards will serve as an opportunity to publicize the outstanding activities of companies and institutions and spread their value throughout society. We look forward to the active participation and support of companies and institutions that fulfill their social responsibilities by practicing sharing and mutual growth.
■ Event: 2026 Social Contribution Awards
■ Eligible applicants: Companies, institutions and corporate-affiliated welfare foundations that have contributed through social contribution activities
■ Nomination period: September 28-October 30
■ Judging period: November 3-17
※ Awards ceremony: December 9, 2026 (Wednesday), The Westin Josun Seoul, Sogong-ro, Seoul
■ How to apply: Download and complete the application form and statement of achievements from the Social Contribution Awards website (event.fnnews.com), then send them by email to [email protected]
■ Organized by: Financial News
■ Supported by: Ministry of Health and Welfare (MOHW), Seoul Metropolitan Government, ChildFund Korea, Korea National Council on Social Welfare, Korea Chamber of Commerce and Industry (KCCI), Korea Federation of SMEs (KBIZ), Korea Venture Business Association (KOVA)
■ Inquiries: Social Contribution Awards Secretariat
Phone: (02)6965-0016, Email: [email protected] 
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