Applications Open from Noon on April 15 for "Hello! Baby Box" Spring 2026 - International NGO Save the Children
Save the Children will open applications on April 15 for the "Hello! Baby Box," which provides free baby supplies to pregnant women facing financial and social difficulties.
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Save the Children Japan (President: Junichiro Ida, Headquarters: Chiyoda-ku, Tokyo, hereafter Save the Children), an international NGO specialized in supporting children, will begin accepting applications for the "Hello! Baby Box." This initiative provides free newborn baby supplies to expectant and nursing mothers facing various difficulties, such as financial hardship, young pregnancies, large families, and single parenting, in order to guarantee children's rights to "grow up healthy, in a secure and safe environment" from birth.
According to a questionnaire survey* published by Save the Children in March 2026 targeting economically disadvantaged households that are pregnant or raising infants, half of the parents are unemployed and have 0 yen in savings. The most frequent response regarding desired support from pregnancy through postpartum was the regular receipt of consumable necessities for babies, such as disposable diapers, baby wipes, and baby food (retort pouches).
The government started offering childbirth and child-rearing support grants in 2023 and support benefits for pregnant women starting in April 2025; however, support for households in economically difficult situations remains insufficient. Save the Children will continue to provide support in the form of newborn supplies to guarantee children's rights from birth.
We kindly ask the media to cooperate in publicizing this so that as many people as possible can utilize it.
Save the Children "Hello! Baby Box" Spring 2026
[Contents of the Box]
We will send the following baby supplies necessary for newborns:
Newborn or S-size diapers / additive-free laundry detergent for clothes / baby soap / baby wipes / newborn baby clothing set / bath cloth / gauze handkerchiefs / thermometer / rattle / relaxation goods for mothers, etc.
*The contents may change slightly.
*Quantities are limited (limited to 750 boxes).
[Target Area] Nationwide
[Target Audience] Those who are between 22 weeks of pregnancy and about 1 month postpartum at the time of the application deadline.
[Eligibility Criteria] Must reside in Japan and meet all of the following criteria 1 to 3.
*Foreign nationals and those with unstable residency status can also apply.
1. Must be between 22 weeks of pregnancy (stable period) and about 1 month postpartum at the time of the application deadline.
*Since the diapers in the box are newborn or S-size, this is intended for those up to about 1 month postpartum.
(Shipping will take place in late June 2026. For those who are postpartum at the time of application, depending on the baby, the newborn size might be too small by the time the box arrives. Please be aware of this in advance.)
2. Must fall under any of the following:
A. Young pregnancy (pregnancy under 20 years old) or student (including those who dropped out/withdrew after pregnancy, and those 20 years old and over) *1
B. Large families (supporting 3 or more children under 18 years old, including the child in the womb) *2
C. Unmarried or single parent at the time of application
D. Pregnant woman with an intellectual disability or mental illness (regardless of whether holding a disability certificate)
E. Those with unstable residency status who cannot use public systems, such as those applying for refugee status, under provisional release, or displaced persons
F. Others not listed above who have difficulty preparing newborn supplies and require support *3
*1. Students aged 26 and over must submit documents proving their income in addition to their student ID.
*2. If pregnant with twins, it counts as 2 children. Even in the case of a multiple pregnancy, only 1 box may be provided per household.
*3. Those who only fall under category F may be excluded if there are too many applicants. Please understand this in advance.
3. Income Conditions
There are income conditions for applying (annual household income exempt from taxation plus approximately 200,000 yen. Households receiving welfare benefits can also apply).
For details, please check the application form link below under [Application Method] or the Save the Children website.
*Even if your income exceeds the estimated amount, you can still apply, but priority will be given to those within the estimated amount.
*If you have a spouse/partner, please check the annual income for both of you combined.
*The unborn child is not included in the number of household members.
[Application Method]
Applications are accepted via the online form. If you do not have an internet environment and wish to use mail or FAX, please contact us.
▼Online Application Form (Please fill in the required information and submit)
https://x.gd/qk19W
▼For details such as income conditions, please see Save the Children...
According to a questionnaire survey* published by Save the Children in March 2026 targeting economically disadvantaged households that are pregnant or raising infants, half of the parents are unemployed and have 0 yen in savings. The most frequent response regarding desired support from pregnancy through postpartum was the regular receipt of consumable necessities for babies, such as disposable diapers, baby wipes, and baby food (retort pouches).
The government started offering childbirth and child-rearing support grants in 2023 and support benefits for pregnant women starting in April 2025; however, support for households in economically difficult situations remains insufficient. Save the Children will continue to provide support in the form of newborn supplies to guarantee children's rights from birth.
We kindly ask the media to cooperate in publicizing this so that as many people as possible can utilize it.
Save the Children "Hello! Baby Box" Spring 2026
[Contents of the Box]
We will send the following baby supplies necessary for newborns:
Newborn or S-size diapers / additive-free laundry detergent for clothes / baby soap / baby wipes / newborn baby clothing set / bath cloth / gauze handkerchiefs / thermometer / rattle / relaxation goods for mothers, etc.
*The contents may change slightly.
*Quantities are limited (limited to 750 boxes).
[Target Area] Nationwide
[Target Audience] Those who are between 22 weeks of pregnancy and about 1 month postpartum at the time of the application deadline.
[Eligibility Criteria] Must reside in Japan and meet all of the following criteria 1 to 3.
*Foreign nationals and those with unstable residency status can also apply.
1. Must be between 22 weeks of pregnancy (stable period) and about 1 month postpartum at the time of the application deadline.
*Since the diapers in the box are newborn or S-size, this is intended for those up to about 1 month postpartum.
(Shipping will take place in late June 2026. For those who are postpartum at the time of application, depending on the baby, the newborn size might be too small by the time the box arrives. Please be aware of this in advance.)
2. Must fall under any of the following:
A. Young pregnancy (pregnancy under 20 years old) or student (including those who dropped out/withdrew after pregnancy, and those 20 years old and over) *1
B. Large families (supporting 3 or more children under 18 years old, including the child in the womb) *2
C. Unmarried or single parent at the time of application
D. Pregnant woman with an intellectual disability or mental illness (regardless of whether holding a disability certificate)
E. Those with unstable residency status who cannot use public systems, such as those applying for refugee status, under provisional release, or displaced persons
F. Others not listed above who have difficulty preparing newborn supplies and require support *3
*1. Students aged 26 and over must submit documents proving their income in addition to their student ID.
*2. If pregnant with twins, it counts as 2 children. Even in the case of a multiple pregnancy, only 1 box may be provided per household.
*3. Those who only fall under category F may be excluded if there are too many applicants. Please understand this in advance.
3. Income Conditions
There are income conditions for applying (annual household income exempt from taxation plus approximately 200,000 yen. Households receiving welfare benefits can also apply).
For details, please check the application form link below under [Application Method] or the Save the Children website.
*Even if your income exceeds the estimated amount, you can still apply, but priority will be given to those within the estimated amount.
*If you have a spouse/partner, please check the annual income for both of you combined.
*The unborn child is not included in the number of household members.
[Application Method]
Applications are accepted via the online form. If you do not have an internet environment and wish to use mail or FAX, please contact us.
▼Online Application Form (Please fill in the required information and submit)
https://x.gd/qk19W
▼For details such as income conditions, please see Save the Children...