【Mie Prefecture, Ise City】Supporting the Start of Initiatives Leading to Ise's Vitality Creation and Regional Problem Solving! 'Ise City Crowdfunding Furusato Nozei Utilization Subsidy' Now Accepting Applications!!
Ise City, Mie Prefecture, has started accepting applications for a subsidy program that leverages crowdfunding-type Furusato Nozei (hometown tax donations) to support new initiatives aimed at regional revitalization and solving local challenges, with a maximum subsidy of 5 million JPY.
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To connect a vibrant and energetic Ise City to the next generation, we will support the start of 'new' initiatives that lead to the creation of vitality in Ise and the resolution of regional issues.
By soliciting donations using the crowdfunding-type Furusato Nozei system, supporters (donors) can receive tax deductions, making it easier to support compared to regular crowdfunding. This is expected to create new connections between project implementers (subsidy applicants) and supporters (donors).
1. Overview of the Subsidy Program
For new projects (initiatives) that contribute to the revitalization of Ise City or the resolution of regional issues, a portion of the expenses incurred for the project (initiative) will be subsidized based on donations gathered through crowdfunding-type Furusato Nozei.
* The subsidy amount will vary depending on the results of the crowdfunding.
A fixed subsidy amount is not guaranteed.
● Eligible Applicants
・Individuals residing in Ise City
・Individuals, corporations, or organizations with a business office or office in Ise City (or expected to have one)
● Eligible Projects (all conditions must be met)
・New projects that lead to regional revitalization or regional problem-solving
・Projects that start after application and are completed by the end of the next fiscal year
・Projects with eligible expenses of 1 million JPY or more
● Eligible Expenses
Expenses directly required for implementing the eligible project.
* Some expenses are not eligible, such as food and beverage costs, or costs for purchasing highly versatile equipment.
● Subsidy Amount
In principle, up to 5 million JPY, within 100% of the eligible expenses.
2. Application Method and Application Period
● Application Method
Download the application form from the official Ise City website, fill in the necessary information, and submit it to the address below.
* Prior consultation with the Planning and Coordination Division is mandatory for application.
[HP URL] https://www.city.ise.mie.jp/shisei/furusatonouzei/gcfhojo/1018382.html
[Prior Consultation / Submission Destination] Ise City Information Strategy Bureau, Planning and Coordination Division (2nd floor, Ise City Hall Main Building)
* Reception hours: 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM
● Application Period
April 1, Reiwa 8 (Wednesday) - June 30, Reiwa 8 (Tuesday)
3. Other
● FY Reiwa 7 (2025) Results
14 projects conducted crowdfunding.
・Total Subsidy Amount: 5,261,803 JPY (total for all 14 projects)
・Maximum Subsidy Amount per Project: 1,538,382 JPY
* Since donations are solicited for each project, and the subsidy amount varies depending on the results of donations to that project, the subsidy amount differs for each project.
For other details, please check the official Ise City website.
[URL] https://www.city.ise.mie.jp/shisei/furusatonouzei/gcfhojo/1018382.html
[Inquiries regarding this press release]
Mie Prefecture Ise City Information Strategy Bureau Planning and Coordination Division, City Promotion Section
Contact: Okamura, Furuno
TEL: 0596-21-5510
e-mail: kikaku-cyousei@city.ise.mie.jp
HP: https://www.city.ise.mie.jp/shisei/furusatonouzei/gcfhojo/1018382.html
By soliciting donations using the crowdfunding-type Furusato Nozei system, supporters (donors) can receive tax deductions, making it easier to support compared to regular crowdfunding. This is expected to create new connections between project implementers (subsidy applicants) and supporters (donors).
1. Overview of the Subsidy Program
For new projects (initiatives) that contribute to the revitalization of Ise City or the resolution of regional issues, a portion of the expenses incurred for the project (initiative) will be subsidized based on donations gathered through crowdfunding-type Furusato Nozei.
* The subsidy amount will vary depending on the results of the crowdfunding.
A fixed subsidy amount is not guaranteed.
● Eligible Applicants
・Individuals residing in Ise City
・Individuals, corporations, or organizations with a business office or office in Ise City (or expected to have one)
● Eligible Projects (all conditions must be met)
・New projects that lead to regional revitalization or regional problem-solving
・Projects that start after application and are completed by the end of the next fiscal year
・Projects with eligible expenses of 1 million JPY or more
● Eligible Expenses
Expenses directly required for implementing the eligible project.
* Some expenses are not eligible, such as food and beverage costs, or costs for purchasing highly versatile equipment.
● Subsidy Amount
In principle, up to 5 million JPY, within 100% of the eligible expenses.
2. Application Method and Application Period
● Application Method
Download the application form from the official Ise City website, fill in the necessary information, and submit it to the address below.
* Prior consultation with the Planning and Coordination Division is mandatory for application.
[HP URL] https://www.city.ise.mie.jp/shisei/furusatonouzei/gcfhojo/1018382.html
[Prior Consultation / Submission Destination] Ise City Information Strategy Bureau, Planning and Coordination Division (2nd floor, Ise City Hall Main Building)
* Reception hours: 8:30 AM - 5:15 PM
● Application Period
April 1, Reiwa 8 (Wednesday) - June 30, Reiwa 8 (Tuesday)
3. Other
● FY Reiwa 7 (2025) Results
14 projects conducted crowdfunding.
・Total Subsidy Amount: 5,261,803 JPY (total for all 14 projects)
・Maximum Subsidy Amount per Project: 1,538,382 JPY
* Since donations are solicited for each project, and the subsidy amount varies depending on the results of donations to that project, the subsidy amount differs for each project.
For other details, please check the official Ise City website.
[URL] https://www.city.ise.mie.jp/shisei/furusatonouzei/gcfhojo/1018382.html
[Inquiries regarding this press release]
Mie Prefecture Ise City Information Strategy Bureau Planning and Coordination Division, City Promotion Section
Contact: Okamura, Furuno
TEL: 0596-21-5510
e-mail: kikaku-cyousei@city.ise.mie.jp
HP: https://www.city.ise.mie.jp/shisei/furusatonouzei/gcfhojo/1018382.html