Shinan County Launches Project to Build Passenger Ferry with Hometown Love Donation Program
Shinan County has embarked on a truly meaningful endeavor.
They are pioneering a project to directly procure a passenger ferry through the Hometown Love Donation Program, a first in the nation!
In Shinan, where islands abound, ferries are more than just transportation.
They are lifelines connecting schools, hospitals, markets, and workplaces, pathways that link people and dreams.
To replace aging ferries, a long-held wish of the residents, the county has taken decisive action.
Fundraising Period & Goal
Period: November 2025 ~ December 2027 (approximately 2 years)
Target Amount: 5 billion KRW
The use of the Hometown Love Donation Program is particularly noteworthy.
This initiative actively leverages a system that allows donors to designate specific projects in local governments outside their place of residence.
This project has garnered significant attention nationwide.
Where will the donations be used?
All funds raised will be used to construct a new passenger ferry.
This new ferry will replace the oldest one currently operating in Shinan.
Moreover, donors who contribute a certain amount will have their names engraved on the vessel.
What an incredible honor to have your name on a ship sailing the seas!
Why is this important?
Island communities depend heavily on ferries; when ferry service is disrupted, life comes to a standstill.
This project represents more than just a single ferry.
It symbolizes the strengthening of public transportation networks that safeguard the lives of island residents and fosters regional solidarity.
As an official from Shinan County stated:
"Help us build a ship of hope that will serve as the feet of the island residents."
Creating a Path Connecting Islands and Lives Together
If this project succeeds, it has the potential to become a new model for Shinan County and other island regions across the country.
We hope that many people will contribute to this endeavor, a ship that connects islands and people.
In Closing
For some, it's just a daily ferry ride, but for others, it's the path to seeing family.
It's the route to a cherished workplace and the journey toward the future.
We wholeheartedly support Shinan County's challenge!
Source :https://blog.naver.com/1004_shinan/224063366865
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