<Award Recipients Announced> Announcement of Recipients for the 7th 'Jiritsu Challenge Fund'

On June 29, 2026, the Nippon Philanthropic Foundation (headquartered in Minato-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Kazahisa Kishimoto), a public interest incorporated foundation, announced the selection of the following four individuals as recipients of the 7th 'Jiritsu Challenge Fund' (listed in alphabetical order by surname).

7th 'Jiritsu Challenge Fund' Recipients (Individuals)

Name: Fuki Ihara Project Title: Research on the 'lived experiences' of supporters who wish to 'understand' while embracing 'not knowing' Award Category: Jiritsu Challenge 30

Name: Yuko Tanaka Project Title: Initiatives toward building 'Health Careers' to support women's health and career development Award Category: Jiritsu Challenge 70

Name: Hiroyuki Tanaka Project Title: A challenge to bring youth-led community exploration activities into the broader society Award Category: Jiritsu Challenge 50

Name: Risa Matsumoto Project Title: Development of interactive exhibitions inspired by Questacon and their application in the astronomy industry Award Category: Jiritsu Challenge 50

About the 'Jiritsu Challenge Fund'

As Japanese society, industry, and corporations mature, opportunities for young professionals to boldly take on challenges within companies are decreasing. While young people adapt to this trend, their desire to contribute more meaningfully toward solving social issues and creating a brighter future is growing stronger. The Jiritsu Challenge Fund financially supports highly committed and innovative self-initiated learning challenges—'Jiritsu Challenges'—undertaken by young business professionals affiliated with companies or organizations, aiming to foster future-creating initiatives through individual-driven learning.

Inquiries

For inquiries, please contact the foundation via its representative email address. Email address: info@np-foundation.or.jp

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Nippon Philanthropic Foundation

The Nippon Philanthropic Foundation, established in 2020 as a public interest incorporated foundation, raises donations to support social contribution initiatives. It manages these funds and conducts grant programs, scholarship awards, and recognition projects. The foundation aims to nurture each donor's individual 'intention' into 'meaningful contributions,' fostering a richer society through investment in the future. Foundation website: https://np-foundation.or.jp/