RKKCS and Roasso Kumamoto Exceed 100 Bags in Used Clothes Collection Initiative!

RKKCS Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, President: Atsushi Kaneko), a provider of internally developed systems to local governments and financial institutions nationwide, has been participating in the 'Used Clothes de Vaccine Magokoro Project' since November 2024. This initiative is a social contribution activity that connects the collection and reuse of unwanted clothes from households to the donation of polio vaccines to developing countries and the creation of employment both domestically and internationally. With the cooperation of J-League club 'Roasso Kumamoto' (Operating Company: Athlete Club Kumamoto Co., Ltd., Headquarters: Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture, President: Yasuhiro Fujimoto), the company has held a total of four used clothes collection events at home game venues. At the event held on March 29, used clothes equivalent to 33 collection kits were gathered, bringing the cumulative number of donated collection kit bags to 128. Scene of the used clothes collection booth from a previous event: At the 4th event, 33 bags of used clothes were collected. Many supporters visited the booth starting 4 hours before the kickoff, with some bringing as much as three 45-liter bags of used clothes, or carrying large paper bags in both hands. Furthermore, during matches against neighboring clubs, such as the Kyushu Derby, many used clothes were donated not only by home supporters but also by away supporters. By holding the events repeatedly to coincide with seasonal wardrobe changes (February, March, June, October) to allow as many people as possible to participate, the circle of support originating from J-League supporters is steadily expanding. Under its sustainability statement 'Making people and towns happy,' RKKCS engages in sustainability actions outside of its business activities to ensure the continuous development of the society where its customers and the local community reside. Considering what can be done to contribute to the achievement of the SDGs beyond Japan, the company agreed with and joined the 'Used Clothes de Vaccine Magokoro Project,' which leads not only to the reuse of clothes but also to vaccine donations and job creation. ▶RKKCS Sustainability: https://www.rkkcs.co.jp/sustainability/ Overview of RKKCS x Roasso Kumamoto 'Used Clothes de Vaccine Magokoro Project' Organizer: RKKCS Co., Ltd. (Cooperation: Athlete Club Kumamoto Co., Ltd.) Past Event Dates: February 23, 2025 / June 22, 2025 / October 26, 2025 / March 29, 2026 Collection Results: 1st time 28 bags / 2nd time 34 bags / 3rd time 33 bags / 4th time 33 bags Venue: Egao Kenko Stadium *Held during every home game What is the 'Used Clothes de Vaccine Magokoro Project'? Project Name: 'Used Clothes de Vaccine Magokoro Project' Operating Company: Japan Reuse System Co., Ltd. Website: https://furugidevaccine.etsl.jp/ By purchasing dedicated collection kits and sending clothing (including shoes, bags, accessories, etc.), the following support can be provided. *For the implementation of the project at the stadium this time, RKKCS purchases the dedicated collection kits. 1. Saving children's lives through vaccine donations For each dedicated collection kit, 5 portions of polio vaccine can be donated to developing countries (Myanmar, Laos, Bhutan, Vanuatu). 2. Creating employment for people with disabilities in Japan The manufacturing and shipping of the dedicated collection kits are handled by people at domestic welfare workshops, and the bag design is created by artists belonging to the Disabled Arts Association. 3. Supporting children in Japan The Magokoro Project supports domestic children who need welfare assistance through the Social Welfare Corporation Community Chest of Japan. 4. Reusing clothing and creating employment domestically and abroad The collected clothing undergoes pre-export work at the Used Clothes de Vaccine Center, where women in the Philippines play a central role, and is exported overseas. The exported clothing is reused all over the world, mainly in Cambodia. In Cambodia, people disabled by polio and young people who were formerly street children are the primary workforce. About RKKCS Co., Ltd. RKKCS is a service provider supporting Japan's social infrastructure. Since its founding in 1966, it has provided total services, from implementation to maintenance and support, centered on internally developed systems, to over 300 local governments and over 50 financial institutions from Hokkaido to Okinawa. Through the continuous development and provision of services that stay ahead of the times, the company will create a 'future that exceeds expectations' and contribute to the development of a sustainable society. 【Company Profile】 Company Name: RKKCS Co., Ltd. Headquarters: 3-15-60 Kasuga, Nishi-ku, Kumamoto City, Kumamoto Prefecture (JR Kumamoto Shirakawa Building)