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.' 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 rentals but found these insufficient for helping families fully rebuild their lives due to high costs and logistical limitations. The new facility, a three-story building purchased for approximately 130 million yen, features eight rooms along with communal spaces like a kitchen and study room. 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 stabilize their daily routines, maintain community ties, and have a reliable safety net even if they face setbacks, addressing the critical gap in overnight support for vulnerable families in the region.
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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.' 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 rentals but found these insufficient for helping families fully rebuild their lives due to high costs and logistical limitations. The new facility, a three-story building purchased for approximately 130 million yen, features eight rooms along with communal spaces like a kitchen and study room. 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 stabilize their daily routines, maintain community ties, and have a reliable safety net even if they face setbacks, addressing the critical gap in overnight support for vulnerable families in the region.
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