“It’s only natural for students to have good meals. That’s why we provide a 6,000-won meal for just 1,000 won.”

Since March this year, Hanyang University’s student cafeteria has been serving a hearty breakfast every morning for only 1,000 won. Initially launched as a five-day special event during exam periods in 2023, it was expanded to two weeks last year thanks to enthusiastic feedback from students. From this year, it has been established as a regular program. Breakfast is served every Monday to Friday, from 8:20 to 9:00 a.m. at the student cafeteria in the Student Welfare Building.
 

The actual cost of each 1,000-토토사이트 슈어맨 meal is about 6,000 토토사이트 슈어맨. The affordable price is possible thanks to support from various organizations. Currently, each meal is subsidized by 2,000 토토사이트 슈어맨 from the Korea Agency of Education, Promotion and Information Service in Food, Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries under the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs; 1,000 토토사이트 슈어맨 from the Seoul Metropolitan Government; 1,000 토토사이트 슈어맨 from Seongdong-gu; and 1,000 토토사이트 슈어맨 from university funds or donations from the Scholarship and Welfare Committee. The remaining 1,000 토토사이트 슈어맨 is paid by the student, bringing the total support to 6,000 토토사이트 슈어맨 per meal.

The “1,000-Won Breakfast” has also received high praise for its taste and nutritional quality. Lee Heung-bae, a staff member from the Scholarship and Welfare Committee, shared, “It’s a delicious and cost-effective meal. I hope every Hanyang University student tries it at least once.”

Lee stated, “Thanks to the positive response from students, the university made a bold decision. Initially, budget and staffing were concerns, but now over 150 students come for breakfast each morning.”

In the early days, around 100–120 students participated daily, but the number has grown to nearly 170 on some days. During exam periods, it can exceed 250. The Student Welfare Committee aims to provide 300 meals per day starting next year. The program is run exclusively at the student cafeteria and is open to undergraduate and graduate students, including international students.

The “1,000-Won Breakfast” began as part of the Ministry of Agriculture, Food and Rural Affairs’ rice consumption promotion policy. In university communities, however, it has expanded under the belief that “a healthy meal can change the course of a day,” enhancing the quality of life for young people.

Hanyang University also incorporated deeper considerations beyond simply providing meals. Lee emphasized, “We believe every Hanyang University student deserves a meal this good. The experience of starting each day healthy is an investment that ultimately returns to society.”

Another key pillar behind this program is the donors. Many Hanyang University alumni, faculty, staff, and parents have voluntarily supported the “1,000-Won Breakfast” program. As of July this year, nearly 100 donors have participated. Some have contributed 100,000 won, 300,000 won, and even as much as 1.5 million or 3 million won. The warmth of these donors is what makes the breakfast program even more meaningful. On one cafeteria wall, handwritten notes from donors are displayed each day, sharing words of encouragement and faith beyond mere financial support.

Donors have left messages such as, “The hardships you face now are an investment in your future. We support your efforts,” “We hope you start your day strong with a hearty breakfast,” “We support the dreams of all Hanyang students,” and “Enjoy your meal, live strong.”

Lee shared, “This breakfast has become possible thanks to the goodwill of many donors who hope that 150 students leave full and happy each morning.” Lee added, “Many donors quietly cheer on students without revealing their names. It’s these collective acts of kindness that have made today’s 1,000-won breakfast possible.”