NPO in Osaka's Nishinari Ward Launches Crowdfunding for Shelter Supporting Mothers and Children
The Nishinari Child Care Center, a non-profit organization based in Nishinari Ward, Osaka, has initiated a crowdfunding campaign to establish a residential support facility named 'Ninari♡Hugukumi House.' This initiative aims to provide a safe, long-term living environment for mothers and children facing complex challenges such as poverty and domestic violence. Led by representative director Yasuko Kawabe, the NPO previously operated meal services and temporary apartment stays but found these insufficient for helping families fully rebuild their lives due to rental burdens and lack of stability. The new facility, a three-story building purchased for approximately 130 million yen, features eight rooms and communal spaces. The organization seeks to raise 15 million yen through crowdfunding by April 30, 2026, to cover renovation costs, furniture, electronics, and personnel expenses. The project emphasizes creating a 'local family home' where residents can maintain community and school connections while stabilizing their daily routines, offering a safety net that allows them to return even if they face setbacks.
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NPO in Osaka's Nishinari Ward Launches Crowdfunding for Shelter Supporting Mothers and Children
The Nishinari Child Care Center, a non-profit organization based in Nishinari Ward, Osaka, has initiated a crowdfunding campaign to establish a residential support facility named 'Ninari♡Hugukumi House.' This initiative aims to provide a safe, long-term living environment for mothers and children facing complex challenges such as poverty and domestic violence. Led by representative director Yasuko Kawabe, the NPO previously operated meal services and temporary apartment stays but found these insufficient for helping families fully rebuild their lives due to rental burdens and lack of stability. The new facility, a three-story building purchased for approximately 130 million yen, features eight rooms and communal spaces. The organization seeks to raise 15 million yen through crowdfunding by April 30, 2026, to cover renovation costs, furniture, electronics, and personnel expenses. The project emphasizes creating a 'local family home' where residents can maintain community and school connections while stabilizing their daily routines, offering a safety net that allows them to return even if they face setbacks.
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