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Yokohama Bay Cranes Launches Ambitious Crowdfunding Campaign

In an exciting initiative, the Yokohama Bay Cranes, a semi-professional American football team based in Yokohama, Japan, have partnered with Spportunity, a crowdfunding platform aimed at supporting sports teams and athletes. The crowdfunding project titled "Deep Green Crane, Takes Off from Yokohama! Journey to Victory" is set to kick off on July 11th, 2025, at 10:00 AM. This campaign marks a significant step for the team as they strive for a championship title in the X2 league.

Background and Vision

The Yokohama Bay Cranes aim to be a community-driven team that grows together with its members, embodying the spirit of becoming give-back-oriented individuals. Under the motto of sustainable development, the Cranes are committed to expanding their reach and impact within the Yokohama community. Despite their dedication, they face challenges such as securing funding for training environments, transportation, and ensuring players can continue their careers without financial barriers. This crowdfunding initiative aims to alleviate those challenges, allowing players to focus on their training and performance.

Your contributions will not only help create a conducive environment for players to prepare for upcoming games but also facilitate community outreach opportunities like school visits and local events. The Bay Cranes are determined that supporters will feel proud of their backing, dedicating themselves to play hard and express gratitude to their supporters.

Project Overview

1. Project URL

Join the campaign and help the Cranes soar by visiting: Deep Green Crane, Takes Off from Yokohama! Journey to Victory to get involved!

2. Funding Period

The fundraising period begins on July 11th, 2025, and runs until August 17th, 2025. However, the end date might change, so early action is encouraged.

3. Goal and Allocation of Funds

The target amount for this crowdfunding effort is 500,000 yen. Funds raised will be allocated to:

• - Field costs for training and matches
• - Providing equipment to lower entry barriers for new players
• - Purchasing footballs and other supplies
• - Covering travel expenses like gas and vehicle maintenance during away games

4. Reward Samples

Supporters can look forward to exciting rewards, such as:

• - A stand observation and cheering set, which includes a match ticket
• - A replica jersey for fans, with an included match ticket

Supporting Athletes through Community Engagement

Spportunity prides itself on its supportive approach to crowdfunding, providing extensive assistance to professional, semi-professional, and student athletes. Unlike many platforms that offer only basic systems, Spportunity’s dedicated advisors work closely with teams to devise project ideas, implement reward structures, and promote initiatives via comprehensive support. Additionally, they provide free content creation services to help boost visibility and gather support, further enhancing fundraising efforts.

Partnering Opportunities

Spportunity is actively seeking collaborations with various media to highlight lesser-known sports, teams, athletes, staff, and fans. They run the "Spportunity Column," aimed at showcasing inspiring stories and passionate pursuits in the sports community. If you're interested in potential partnerships, reach out at info@spportunity.co.jp.

Company Overview

Yokohama Bay Cranes

• - Location: 252-0816 Kanagawa Prefecture, Fujisawa City, Support Center Wing 5
• - Representative: Rui Ishii
• - Website: Yokohama Bay Cranes

- Twitter: Official X
- Instagram: Official Instagram

Spportunity Inc.

• - Location: 2-6-7 Ginza, Chuo Ward, Tokyo
• - Founded: March 2016
• - Website: Spportunity

- Facebook: Official Facebook
- X: Official X
- Instagram: Official Instagram
- Youtube: Official YouTube

With a mission to provide opportunities through sports, Spportunity seeks to empower young people and invigorate local communities through athletic initiatives. Join the Yokohama Bay Cranes in their pursuit of victory, supporting the future of American football in Japan!