Meet Volunteers Before Summer Break: "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2026" to Feature 22 Organizations
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- Meet Volunteers Before Summer Break: "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2026" to Feature 22 Organizations
- The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center is recruiting participants for the "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2026," a matching event for students interested in volunteering, to be held in Osaka on July 5th. The expo will connect students with 22 organizations from diverse fields, offering them direct opportunities to learn about volunteer activities.
- Source: PR Times
- Date: June 12, 2026
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The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center is recruiting participants for the "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2026," a matching event for students interested in volunteering, to be held in Osaka on July 5th. The expo will connect students with 22 organizations from diverse fields, offering them direct opportunities to learn about volunteer activities.
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- Meet Volunteers Before Summer Break: "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2026" to Feature 22 Organizations (June 12, 2026), PR Times
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- June 12, 2026
The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center is recruiting participants for the "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2026," a matching event for students interested in volunteering, to be held in Osaka on July 5th. The expo will connect students with 22 organizations from diverse fields, offering them direct opportunities to learn about volunteer activities.
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The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center (Nippon Foundation Volasen, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Chairman: Yasu Yamawaki) is recruiting participants for the "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2026" to be held on Sunday, July 5th, in Umeda, Osaka.
The "Volunteer EXPO for Students" is a matching event that connects students interested in volunteer activities with organizations seeking volunteers. At the venue, 22 organizations active in diverse fields such as child support, international cooperation, environment, disaster relief, and sports will exhibit, allowing attendees to directly hear about their activities and how to participate.
Details and Application Here
What is the Volunteer EXPO for Students?
A survey conducted by Nippon Foundation Volasen targeting 10,000 students revealed that 24.7% had participated in volunteer activities in the past year. On the other hand, 57.5% of those with no prior experience responded that they "would like to participate in the future," indicating a high level of interest among students in volunteering.
The "Volunteer EXPO for Students" has been held annually since 2023 with the aim of connecting such students with active organizations.
This year marks the fourth event, and it will feature a record number of 22 participating organizations.
Attendees can find volunteer activities that suit them while hearing real stories from the field that cannot be conveyed through websites or social media.
Key Features of this Event
- Record 22 Organizations Participating
22 organizations active in diverse fields such as child support, international cooperation, environment, disaster relief, and sports will gather, allowing you to learn about various activities at once.
- Direct Consultation with University Student Volunteers and Organization Staff
At each booth, not only organization staff but also university student volunteers actively engaged in activities will be present. You can directly ask about the atmosphere of the activities and what motivated them to participate.
- Easy Participation for First-Time Volunteers
Entry and exit are free, and participation is free of charge. Bringing friends is also welcome. There will also be a general information booth staffed by senior volunteers, recommended for those who "just want to hear about it" or "haven't decided what to do yet."
Recommended For:
- Those interested in volunteering but unsure where to start
- Those who want to try something new during their summer break
- Those who want to make new friends and build communities outside of school
- Those who want to start volunteering for their "Gaku-Chika" (school-related activities to showcase on resumes)
Over 100 Students Participated Last Year
More than 100 students visited the "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2025" held in 2025. After the event, students were seen showing interest in the participating organizations' activities and considering actual participation.
\＼Voices from Past Participants／
"I was invited by a friend, and I learned about various volunteer opportunities, which broadened my perspective."
"Hearing about an organization working overseas, and learning that university students just like me are involved, made me wonder if I could do it too? It sparked my interest."
"It gave me a chance to learn about various types of activities, such as child welfare, community welfare, and activities during the Tenjin Matsuri festival, and it also made me think about what I want to be in the future."
List of Participating Organizations
22 organizations active mainly in the Kansai region will exhibit, covering diverse fields such as child support, environment, disaster relief, international cooperation, and sports.
[Participating Organizations]: 22 Organizations
- manma place / Megumi to Mori no Yochien
- The Organizing Committee for the World Masters Games 2021 Kansai
- Tenjin Matsuri Zero Garbage Operation
- The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Japan
- NPO Support Network for Independence of Persons with Disabilities
- Certified NPO Big Issue Japan
- NPO Toy Box
- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Kansai Center
- General Incorporated Association Waku Waku Mirai Lab
- Osaka Umi Sakura
- NPO International Volunteer Students Association (IVUSA)
- Certified NPO Special Olympics Nippon - Osaka
- NPO Disaster Relief Rescue Assist
- General Incorporated Foundation Mirai Kodomo Foundation
- Edseek Inc.
- Social Welfare Corporation Shion Gakuen
- NPO KOKO
- NPO Japan Hospital Volunteer Association
- NPO Youth Independence Support Facility Awaji Platz
- United Nations Volunteers
- NPO Mi-raise 2 (Learn Mate)
- The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center
Event Overview
Date and Time
Sunday, July 5th, 13:00 - 16:30
Venue
South Hall, 11th Floor, Osaka Umeda Twin Towers South
(1-13-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 530-0001)
Participation Fee
Free
Application Method
Pre-registration required via the special page
https://vokatsu.jp/expo2026/
Program
13:00 - 13:20 Opening
(Answers to questions like "What is volunteering?" and "How should I choose a volunteer opportunity?" for those starting out.)
13:00 - 13:45 Relay Presentations
(Participating organizations will give 1-minute presentations about their activities in a relay format. You can learn about all participating organizations' activities at once.)
13:50 - 15:50 Booth Sessions, Networking, and General Information Booth
(Attend 15-minute sessions to receive explanations about the organization's projects and volunteer opportunities. There will be time for students to share their impressions of the booths they visited, and the general information booth will offer advice from student staff on how to start volunteering and find suitable activities.)
15:50 - 16:00 Closing
16:00 - 16:30 Free Time
Organizer
The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center
Operational Cooperation
NPO Mi-raise 2
Sponsors
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology; Osaka Prefecture; Osaka City; Osaka Prefectural Board of Education
■Overview of The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center (Nippon Foundation Volasen)
Nippon Foundation Volasen was established in 2010 as NPO Japan Student Volunteer Center, starting its support for student volunteer activities. By March 2022, it had dispatched over 12,000 students to areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake.
In 2021, it changed its name to "The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center" and has been implementing volunteer-related projects targeting a wide range of generations, not just students. It was involved in training and development projects for volunteers at the Tokyo 2020 Games, and subsequently in volunteer training and support for volunteer organizations at major events such as the World Athletics Championships. It has also concluded cooperation agreements related to volunteer activities with 120 universities nationwide. The number of registered users on its operated volunteer platform site "Bokatsu!" has reached approximately 55,000 in five years since its launch.
Address: 4F, The Nippon Foundation Building 2, 1-11-2 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0001
Representative: Chairman Yasu Yamawaki
The "Volunteer EXPO for Students" is a matching event that connects students interested in volunteer activities with organizations seeking volunteers. At the venue, 22 organizations active in diverse fields such as child support, international cooperation, environment, disaster relief, and sports will exhibit, allowing attendees to directly hear about their activities and how to participate.
Details and Application Here
What is the Volunteer EXPO for Students?
A survey conducted by Nippon Foundation Volasen targeting 10,000 students revealed that 24.7% had participated in volunteer activities in the past year. On the other hand, 57.5% of those with no prior experience responded that they "would like to participate in the future," indicating a high level of interest among students in volunteering.
The "Volunteer EXPO for Students" has been held annually since 2023 with the aim of connecting such students with active organizations.
This year marks the fourth event, and it will feature a record number of 22 participating organizations.
Attendees can find volunteer activities that suit them while hearing real stories from the field that cannot be conveyed through websites or social media.
Key Features of this Event
- Record 22 Organizations Participating
22 organizations active in diverse fields such as child support, international cooperation, environment, disaster relief, and sports will gather, allowing you to learn about various activities at once.
- Direct Consultation with University Student Volunteers and Organization Staff
At each booth, not only organization staff but also university student volunteers actively engaged in activities will be present. You can directly ask about the atmosphere of the activities and what motivated them to participate.
- Easy Participation for First-Time Volunteers
Entry and exit are free, and participation is free of charge. Bringing friends is also welcome. There will also be a general information booth staffed by senior volunteers, recommended for those who "just want to hear about it" or "haven't decided what to do yet."
Recommended For:
- Those interested in volunteering but unsure where to start
- Those who want to try something new during their summer break
- Those who want to make new friends and build communities outside of school
- Those who want to start volunteering for their "Gaku-Chika" (school-related activities to showcase on resumes)
Over 100 Students Participated Last Year
More than 100 students visited the "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2025" held in 2025. After the event, students were seen showing interest in the participating organizations' activities and considering actual participation.
\＼Voices from Past Participants／
"I was invited by a friend, and I learned about various volunteer opportunities, which broadened my perspective."
"Hearing about an organization working overseas, and learning that university students just like me are involved, made me wonder if I could do it too? It sparked my interest."
"It gave me a chance to learn about various types of activities, such as child welfare, community welfare, and activities during the Tenjin Matsuri festival, and it also made me think about what I want to be in the future."
List of Participating Organizations
22 organizations active mainly in the Kansai region will exhibit, covering diverse fields such as child support, environment, disaster relief, international cooperation, and sports.
[Participating Organizations]: 22 Organizations
- manma place / Megumi to Mori no Yochien
- The Organizing Committee for the World Masters Games 2021 Kansai
- Tenjin Matsuri Zero Garbage Operation
- The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Japan
- NPO Support Network for Independence of Persons with Disabilities
- Certified NPO Big Issue Japan
- NPO Toy Box
- Japan International Cooperation Agency (JICA) Kansai Center
- General Incorporated Association Waku Waku Mirai Lab
- Osaka Umi Sakura
- NPO International Volunteer Students Association (IVUSA)
- Certified NPO Special Olympics Nippon - Osaka
- NPO Disaster Relief Rescue Assist
- General Incorporated Foundation Mirai Kodomo Foundation
- Edseek Inc.
- Social Welfare Corporation Shion Gakuen
- NPO KOKO
- NPO Japan Hospital Volunteer Association
- NPO Youth Independence Support Facility Awaji Platz
- United Nations Volunteers
- NPO Mi-raise 2 (Learn Mate)
- The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center
Event Overview
Date and Time
Sunday, July 5th, 13:00 - 16:30
Venue
South Hall, 11th Floor, Osaka Umeda Twin Towers South
(1-13-1 Umeda, Kita-ku, Osaka-shi, Osaka 530-0001)
Participation Fee
Free
Application Method
Pre-registration required via the special page
https://vokatsu.jp/expo2026/
Program
13:00 - 13:20 Opening
(Answers to questions like "What is volunteering?" and "How should I choose a volunteer opportunity?" for those starting out.)
13:00 - 13:45 Relay Presentations
(Participating organizations will give 1-minute presentations about their activities in a relay format. You can learn about all participating organizations' activities at once.)
13:50 - 15:50 Booth Sessions, Networking, and General Information Booth
(Attend 15-minute sessions to receive explanations about the organization's projects and volunteer opportunities. There will be time for students to share their impressions of the booths they visited, and the general information booth will offer advice from student staff on how to start volunteering and find suitable activities.)
15:50 - 16:00 Closing
16:00 - 16:30 Free Time
Organizer
The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center
Operational Cooperation
NPO Mi-raise 2
Sponsors
Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology; Osaka Prefecture; Osaka City; Osaka Prefectural Board of Education
■Overview of The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center (Nippon Foundation Volasen)
Nippon Foundation Volasen was established in 2010 as NPO Japan Student Volunteer Center, starting its support for student volunteer activities. By March 2022, it had dispatched over 12,000 students to areas affected by the Great East Japan Earthquake.
In 2021, it changed its name to "The Nippon Foundation Volunteer Center" and has been implementing volunteer-related projects targeting a wide range of generations, not just students. It was involved in training and development projects for volunteers at the Tokyo 2020 Games, and subsequently in volunteer training and support for volunteer organizations at major events such as the World Athletics Championships. It has also concluded cooperation agreements related to volunteer activities with 120 universities nationwide. The number of registered users on its operated volunteer platform site "Bokatsu!" has reached approximately 55,000 in five years since its launch.
Address: 4F, The Nippon Foundation Building 2, 1-11-2 Toranomon, Minato-ku, Tokyo 105-0001
Representative: Chairman Yasu Yamawaki
FAQ
What kind of event is the "Volunteer EXPO for Students 2026"?
It is a matching event that connects students interested in volunteer activities with organizations seeking volunteers. Organizations from diverse fields participate, allowing attendees to directly learn about their activities and how to get involved.
What are the benefits of participating in the event?
You can hear real stories from the field that are not available online, and consult directly with student volunteers and organization staff, making it easier to find volunteer activities that suit you.
Is it easy for first-time volunteers to participate?
Yes, participation is free, entry and exit are flexible, and there is a general information booth staffed by senior volunteers, making it easy for beginners to attend.
What fields of volunteer organizations will participate?
Organizations from a very wide range of fields will participate, including child support, international cooperation, environment, disaster relief, and sports.
Where will the event be held?
The event will be held at Osaka Umeda Twin Towers South in Umeda, Osaka Prefecture.