Riize donates 100 million won ahead of third anniversary 

Boy band Riize donated 100 million won ($73,600) to Samsung Medical Center in the name of its official fan club, Briize, on Thursday. 

The donation arrives a day ahead of the band's third anniversary. 

"We believe we are growing into better artists thanks to our fans supporting our dreams," Riize said in a press release on Thursday. "We want to be artists who share the love we have received and offer even a little help to people who need hope." 

Samsung Medical Center will use the donation to cover surgery and treatment costs for children and teenage patients who need financial support, according to the agency. 

The boy band debuted Sept. 3, 2023, with its first single "Get A Guitar." The band is known for the songs "Memories" (2023), "Love 119" (2024), "Fly Up" (2025) and "Do your dance." 

Riize will also celebrate its anniversary with a fan meet-and-greet, "Ch. Riize: On Air," at the Inspire Arena in Incheon on Sept. 12 and 13, performing at 5 p.m. and 4 p.m., respectively. 

BY CHO YONG-JUN [[email protected]]