# South Korean regional economic stimulus for Chuseok > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-regional-economic-stimulus-for-chuseok > Updated: 2026-08-31T04:47:05.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2. In preparation for the Chuseok holiday, various South Korean municipalities and districts are implementing economic stimulus measures to support local businesses and alleviate household expenses. In several municipalities, the Gohyang Sarang Donation System is being promoted through special incentives. For example, Boryeong City is offering donors tax credits, local specialty gifts, and Naver Pay coupons, while Busan Nam-gu is providing Naver Pay and Baedal Minjok vouchers to contributors. These donations are intended to fund community welfare and regional revitalization. Simultaneously, districts in Seoul are issuing local gift certificates at discounted rates. Geumcheon-gu is releasing certificates through the SeoulPay+ app, including specific versions for delivery services, while Gwangjin-gu is issuing billions of won in certificates that offer discounts and payback programs for use at local merchants. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-31: Seoul districts issue local gift certificates for Chuseok Seoul districts Geumcheon-gu and Gwangjin-gu are issuing billions of won in local gift certificates with discounts up to 15% to support residents and small businesses during the Chuseok holiday. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/seoul-districts-issue-local-gift-certificates-for-chuseok ### 2026-08-30: South Korean municipalities launch Chuseok donation incentives South Korean municipalities, including Boryeong and Busan Nam-gu, are offering special incentives and gifts for the Chuseok holiday to promote the Gohyang Sarang Donation System. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/south-korean-municipalities-launch-chuseok-donation-incentives --- Cite as: South Korean regional economic stimulus for Chuseok. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/south-korean-regional-economic-stimulus-for-chuseok