Bridging Two Nations with One Heart: Sao Paulo Week 2025 Fundraising Campaign

In a heartwarming initiative to foster connections between Japan and Brazil, Spportunity Co., Ltd. has launched a crowdfunding campaign to support the special event known as "Sao Paulo Week 2025". This effort, organized in collaboration with the nonprofit organization FC Coracao, aims to strengthen the bonds built through cultural and sporting exchanges over the years.

The Background of the Crowdfunding Campaign

Founded in 1995, FC Coracao has been dedicated to promoting soccer exchange between Japan and Brazil. The organization has enabled over 300 children to gain transformative experiences in Brazil, leading to several rising stars in the J-League and young professionals pursuing education and careers abroad.

The fruitful partnership with the globally recognized Sao Paulo FC began in 2002, successively organizing training camps, homestays, and friendly matches to weave a rich tapestry of cultural and sporting connections. In 2023, FC Coracao celebrated its 30+1 anniversary with a special match at the National Stadium, marking another milestone in its journey.

2025 marks a pivotal year as it will see the continuation of the beloved Sao Paulo Week. Coinciding with the 130th anniversary of diplomatic relations between Japan and Brazil, this year’s event aims to nurture the next generation by providing educational opportunities to children from both nations.

Details of the Fundraising Project

The crowdfunding campaign commenced on October 4, 2025, and will last until October 31, 2025. This project is pivotal in gathering support to meet a target goal of 800,000 yen, a part of the overall budget of 1.5 million yen.

Allocation of Funds

The raised funds will be designated for several essential needs:
1. Staff accommodation and meals - 600,000 yen
2. Meals and activities for children - 300,000 yen
3. Transportation expenses, including gas and tolls - 200,000 yen
4. Souvenirs - 200,000 yen
5. Tournament expenses - 100,000 yen
6. Miscellaneous - 100,000 yen

Return Gifts for Supporters

Supporters of this initiative can look forward to exciting return gifts, including:

- Customized icing cookies, beautifully packaged.
- An exclusive Sao Paulo FC limited edition black jersey.

Support for Crowdfunding Projects

Spportunity believes in providing comprehensive support for aspiring teams, semi-pros, student clubs, and athletes seeking to embark on crowdfunding projects. Unlike many crowdfunding platforms that only offer systems and leave creators to devise their strategies independently, Spportunity provides dedicated advisement. Their specialists assist in project planning, reward design, promotional writing, system registration, and outreach efforts. Additionally, dedicated writers will conduct interviews and create articles to help boost visibility and support for projects.

Seeking Partnerships for Column Articles

Spportunity is actively seeking media partners for their "Spportunity Column", which highlights underrepresented sports, teams, athletes, supporters, and their stories. The aim is to deliver compelling narratives to the public. Interested parties are encouraged to reach out via email for collaboration opportunities.

About the Organizations

FC Coracao

- Founded: 1992
- Location: Kanagawa Prefecture, Japan
- Email: [email protected]
- Website

Spportunity Co., Ltd.

- Founded: March 2016
- Location: Tokyo, Japan
- Website
- Facebook
- X (Formerly Twitter)
- Instagram
- YouTube

Spportunity aims to create an environment that provides equal opportunities for youth to pursue their dreams through sports. With a team of individuals predominantly consisting of MBA graduates, the organization focuses on empowering the next generation of sportspersons.