SEOUL, Feb. 19 -- BTS rapper J-Hope marked his birthday by donating a total of 350 million won (RM944,385) to support children, students and animal welfare causes.

As reported by Korea JoongAng Daily, the contributions were directed to medical care, scholarships and civic organisations, according to his agency BigHit Music.

"I am happy to make such meaningful contributions in time for my birthday," J-Hope said.

"I wanted to give what I could to children receiving medical care, as well as students pursuing their dreams and animals in need of protection," he continued. "It was, as always, thanks to ARMY that I could do good. I hope 2026 is a hopeful and warm year for everyone."

Of the total, 200 million won was channelled to the Childre...