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 City, has initiated a crowdfunding campaign to establish a residential support facility named 'Ninari♡Hugukumi House.' Led by representative director Yasuko Kawabe, the NPO aims to provide a safe, long-term living environment for mothers and children facing complex challenges such as poverty and domestic violence. Since 2010, the organization has operated community dining services and temporary apartment-based support, but high rental costs and logistical limitations hindered consistent care. The new three-story building, purchased for approximately 130 million yen, features eight rooms and communal spaces designed to help residents rebuild their lives while maintaining connections with local schools and communities. The crowdfunding effort seeks to raise 15 million yen by April 30, 2026, to cover renovation costs, furniture, electronics, and personnel expenses. This initiative addresses the critical gap in overnight support for vulnerable families, offering a stable base where individuals can recover from daily instability and anxiety without fear of losing their shelter.
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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 City, has initiated a crowdfunding campaign to establish a residential support facility named 'Ninari♡Hugukumi House.' Led by representative director Yasuko Kawabe, the NPO aims to provide a safe, long-term living environment for mothers and children facing complex challenges such as poverty and domestic violence. Since 2010, the organization has operated community dining services and temporary apartment-based support, but high rental costs and logistical limitations hindered consistent care. The new three-story building, purchased for approximately 130 million yen, features eight rooms and communal spaces designed to help residents rebuild their lives while maintaining connections with local schools and communities. The crowdfunding effort seeks to raise 15 million yen by April 30, 2026, to cover renovation costs, furniture, electronics, and personnel expenses. This initiative addresses the critical gap in overnight support for vulnerable families, offering a stable base where individuals can recover from daily instability and anxiety without fear of losing their shelter.
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