SHIFT AI Donates AI Learning Books to 136 Children's Homes and Other Facilities Nationwide
SHIFT AI Co., Ltd., which operates Japan's No. 1 generative AI learning community, has donated the book "AI for Dummies: How to Secure Your Job and Money in 10 Years, Even in the Worst Future!" authored by its representative, Shota Kiuchi, to 136 children's homes, self-reliance support homes, and public libraries in the Kanto area as part of its social contribution activities. The initiative aims to broaden the use of generative AI and expand future options for children.
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SHIFT AI Co., Ltd. (Headquarters: Shibuya-ku, Tokyo; Representative Director: Shota Kiuchi; hereinafter: the Company), which operates "SHIFT AI," Japan's No. 1 generative AI learning community with the mission of "Making Japan an AI Advanced Nation," has donated the book "AI for Dummies: How to Secure Your Job and Money in 10 Years, Even in the Worst Future!" authored by its representative, Mr. Kiuchi, free of charge to 136 children's homes, self-reliance support homes, and other facilities nationwide, as well as public libraries in the Kanto area, as part of its social contribution activities.
**Providing an Opportunity to Broaden Future Choices by Expanding the Use of Generative AI**
In 2026, as generative AI becomes increasingly integrated into daily life, AI literacy has become an accessible "tool" for children to unleash their creativity and expand their future possibilities without limits.
The Company believes that providing opportunities to experience cutting-edge technology widely in educational and child/youth support settings will contribute to raising Japan's future potential. We have launched this initiative with the aim of creating a society where all children can embrace AI as a powerful partner to shape their dreams and passions, and excitedly choose their future.
**Three Key Points of This Initiative**
**1. Creating Opportunities to Expand "Future Choices"**
Through books that cover everything from the basics of generative AI to specific application methods, junior and senior high school students can concretize the image of mastering new technologies. The goal is for them to be able to envision their careers and life possibilities more freely.
**2. Optimal Provision in Collaboration with NPOs and Other Organizations to Meet On-site Needs**
After repeated consultations with various organizations involved in child and youth support, donations are made according to the user base and usage scenarios of each facility. This ensures that the books are utilized most effectively by the children and staff who actually pick them up on-site.
**3. Multi-faceted Support for the "Power to Make AI an Ally"**
By having not only junior and senior high school students but also the staff who support them utilize AI, we promote the creation of an environment where the entire facility can correctly understand AI and incorporate it into daily life and learning in an enjoyable way.
**Donation Overview**
**Recipients:**
136 facilities/bases supported by NPOs nationwide (children's homes, self-reliance support homes, special needs schools, etc.), public and prefectural libraries in the Kanto area.
**Target Book:**
"AI for Dummies: How to Secure Your Job and Money in 10 Years, Even in the Worst Future!" (Authored by Shota Kiuchi / Published by KADOKAWA)
**Real Voices from the Field**
We have received feedback from recipients, including voices from young people who flexibly perceive AI and relate it to their own future.
"Even though they were interested in AI, picking up a book at a bookstore seemed like a high hurdle. A high school student who is scheduled to start working happily picked up the book, looking ahead to their future, saying, 'It will be necessary in the field of video production.'" (High School Support Staff)
"If I can draw with AI, I can express feelings that I can't put into words. I felt hope as an educator that children who find it difficult to express emotions might find it easier to live." (Special Needs School Librarian)
"There are also manga pages, and children are proactively reading them. It's impressive to see them flexibly incorporating AI into their daily lives in an enjoyable way, such as consulting with an AI they set up themselves about their hobbies, more so than adults." (Children's Home Staff)
**Future Outlook: Towards a Society Where Everyone Can Make AI an Ally**
Under the mission of "Making Japan an AI Advanced Nation," SHIFT AI emphasizes not only the dissemination of technology but also ensuring its benefits reach all segments of society.
Through this book donation, we aim to create a society where children can take AI as a powerful partner and confidently design their future, regardless of their environment. We will continue to promote activities that maximize the potential of the next generation of young people through the power of technology.
**About Accepting Book Donations**
Our company is committed to "Making Japan an AI Advanced Nation" and is working to expand AI learning and utilization opportunities. This book donation is intended to be utilized primarily by educational institutions, child-rearing support organizations, welfare facilities, and libraries that support the learning and growth of children and young people.
**Application Period:** May 1, 2026 – May 18, 2026
**How to Apply:** Please fill out the necessary information using the form below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeg4FXOHy6_vVKm9mBHG-GY2luD2FXNms0M0xhBlFkVK59onw/viewform?usp=header
*Please note that this form submission does not guarantee the donation.
**[Company Profile]**
SHIFT AI Co., Ltd., with the mission of "Making Japan an AI Advanced Nation," is a generative AI company.
**Providing an Opportunity to Broaden Future Choices by Expanding the Use of Generative AI**
In 2026, as generative AI becomes increasingly integrated into daily life, AI literacy has become an accessible "tool" for children to unleash their creativity and expand their future possibilities without limits.
The Company believes that providing opportunities to experience cutting-edge technology widely in educational and child/youth support settings will contribute to raising Japan's future potential. We have launched this initiative with the aim of creating a society where all children can embrace AI as a powerful partner to shape their dreams and passions, and excitedly choose their future.
**Three Key Points of This Initiative**
**1. Creating Opportunities to Expand "Future Choices"**
Through books that cover everything from the basics of generative AI to specific application methods, junior and senior high school students can concretize the image of mastering new technologies. The goal is for them to be able to envision their careers and life possibilities more freely.
**2. Optimal Provision in Collaboration with NPOs and Other Organizations to Meet On-site Needs**
After repeated consultations with various organizations involved in child and youth support, donations are made according to the user base and usage scenarios of each facility. This ensures that the books are utilized most effectively by the children and staff who actually pick them up on-site.
**3. Multi-faceted Support for the "Power to Make AI an Ally"**
By having not only junior and senior high school students but also the staff who support them utilize AI, we promote the creation of an environment where the entire facility can correctly understand AI and incorporate it into daily life and learning in an enjoyable way.
**Donation Overview**
**Recipients:**
136 facilities/bases supported by NPOs nationwide (children's homes, self-reliance support homes, special needs schools, etc.), public and prefectural libraries in the Kanto area.
**Target Book:**
"AI for Dummies: How to Secure Your Job and Money in 10 Years, Even in the Worst Future!" (Authored by Shota Kiuchi / Published by KADOKAWA)
**Real Voices from the Field**
We have received feedback from recipients, including voices from young people who flexibly perceive AI and relate it to their own future.
"Even though they were interested in AI, picking up a book at a bookstore seemed like a high hurdle. A high school student who is scheduled to start working happily picked up the book, looking ahead to their future, saying, 'It will be necessary in the field of video production.'" (High School Support Staff)
"If I can draw with AI, I can express feelings that I can't put into words. I felt hope as an educator that children who find it difficult to express emotions might find it easier to live." (Special Needs School Librarian)
"There are also manga pages, and children are proactively reading them. It's impressive to see them flexibly incorporating AI into their daily lives in an enjoyable way, such as consulting with an AI they set up themselves about their hobbies, more so than adults." (Children's Home Staff)
**Future Outlook: Towards a Society Where Everyone Can Make AI an Ally**
Under the mission of "Making Japan an AI Advanced Nation," SHIFT AI emphasizes not only the dissemination of technology but also ensuring its benefits reach all segments of society.
Through this book donation, we aim to create a society where children can take AI as a powerful partner and confidently design their future, regardless of their environment. We will continue to promote activities that maximize the potential of the next generation of young people through the power of technology.
**About Accepting Book Donations**
Our company is committed to "Making Japan an AI Advanced Nation" and is working to expand AI learning and utilization opportunities. This book donation is intended to be utilized primarily by educational institutions, child-rearing support organizations, welfare facilities, and libraries that support the learning and growth of children and young people.
**Application Period:** May 1, 2026 – May 18, 2026
**How to Apply:** Please fill out the necessary information using the form below.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeg4FXOHy6_vVKm9mBHG-GY2luD2FXNms0M0xhBlFkVK59onw/viewform?usp=header
*Please note that this form submission does not guarantee the donation.
**[Company Profile]**
SHIFT AI Co., Ltd., with the mission of "Making Japan an AI Advanced Nation," is a generative AI company.