KARA's Goo Hara has donated 100 million won (~$89,000 USD) for Japan's relief efforts. The idol made the donation on March 22nd to the Public Social Welfare Fund to aid Japan in helping the survivors of the earthquake. Goo Hara made the donation under her own name, not under the agency or KARA. DSP Media reportedly found out about this private donation after it was made. Hara recalled the experience, "The day the earthquake hit Japan, we were in the middle of filming the last portion of the drama (TV Tokyo's 'Urakara') that we were starring in. All of a sudden, the ground started to shake and people began to scream. When we returned to the hotel, [we saw that] the building's wall had cracked. We were so scared that we couldn't sleep at all. But the people of Japan are currently living in fear that is 100 times, 1,000 times worse. When we think of the hardships that those who have loved us so much are suffering now, our hearts are torn in sadness." Goo Hara expressed, "Please use (donation) for those affected by the earthquake in Japan." As soon as the earthquake occurred, KARA announced that they were going to donate all of the profits from the sales of their latest album to those in Japan affected by the earthquake. However, the release date of the album has been postponed indefinitely because of the natural disasters. Hara said, "I decided to make a personal donation because of the urgent situation. [I believe] we should help those who are still victims to dangerous situations." "If only I could, I would like to go to the shelter and feed people. Some people may not be able to eat due to the horrific situation... After this difficult period, I want to return to Japan and participate in volunteer work. I wish that once Japan stabilizes, people may find strength by listening to KARA's bright songs." Source: Newsen via Nate, Chosun