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Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan Scholarship Program

Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan, headquartered in Minato, Tokyo, has commenced its scholarship support activities for the 2025 academic year through the Coca-Cola Educational and Environmental Foundation. This initiative aims to provide financial help to deserving students in pursuit of higher education and contributes to community development, aligning with the company's core value of Creating Shared Value (CSV).

On April 12, 2025, a welcoming ceremony for 16 new scholarship recipients was held online. The event featured a video message from Shuichi Tsugaki, a director of the Coca-Cola Educational and Environmental Foundation. During the ceremony, students engaged with company representatives while enjoying refreshing Coca-Cola beverages, fostering a sense of camaraderie.

The company's commitment to community development is one of the key materiality aspects of its CSV approach. Through the scholarship program, Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan aims to nurture talented youth who face financial hardships yet display exceptional academic abilities and a strong desire for self-improvement. The initiative also targets university students actively involved in sustainability—an increasingly vital global issue—and graduate students conducting specialized research in environmental fields.

As part of the scholarship program, recipients will not only benefit from financial assistance throughout their university studies, but they will also become part of a larger network focused on addressing critical societal challenges. By engaging with other scholars and Coca-Cola employees, these students can enhance their educational experience while developing valuable connections.

This scholarship initiative traces its roots back to 1970, when Coca-Cola companies across Japan began awarding unrestricted scholarships to outstanding high school students. Over the years, the program has produced 2,569 graduates by the end of March 2024. In 2020, the program evolved to support students whose studies align with the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), emphasizing the importance of nurturing environmental experts. Scholarship support now includes 20 undergraduates and 10 graduate students annually, reflecting the foundation's commitment to future-ready education that addresses pressing environmental issues.

About the Coca-Cola Educational and Environmental Foundation

The foundation was established in 2007 to unify the efforts of the Coca-Cola Bottlers Scholarship Fund, active for 37 years, and the Coca-Cola Environmental Education Foundation, in operation for 14 years. With a mission to cultivate a healthy and active lifestyle while providing educational support, the foundation focuses on planning and implementing programs to develop youth aligned with international society's standards.

By investing in education and advocating for environmental awareness, Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan aims to contribute significantly to societal advancement. Collaboration with various partners remains crucial for tackling local challenges through strategic CSV initiatives, showcasing the company’s dedication to its stakeholders and the broader community.

As Coca-Cola Bottlers Japan embarks on its 2025 scholarship program, it looks forward to fostering the next generation of leaders who are not only academically accomplished and passionate about sustainability but also prepared to contribute to creating a more responsible and equitable society.

These developments highlight the critical role that companies can play in shaping a brighter future for youth in Japan, further intertwining business success with social responsibility.