Innovative Education Project in Toda City
On October 24, 2023, Toda City in Saitama Prefecture, led by Mayor Fumihito Sugawara, announced an exciting new initiative in partnership with Trust Bank, known for operating Japan's largest hometown tax site, Furusato Choice. The project, dubbed the Government Crowdfunding® (GCF®), is designed to gather donations aimed at enhancing the educational landscape for children and schools. The fundraising period for this project will last from October 24, 2025, to January 21, 2026, with a goal of raising 1 million yen.
Background of GCF® Fundraising
Toda City has long been committed to integrating innovative educational practices within its classrooms. Focusing on incorporating the ever-changing dynamics of society, the city has undertaken initiatives using ICT to cater to each child's unique learning needs. However, children and schools in the community aspire to do even more with additional human and financial resources. This desire for transformation has inspired the city to take another significant step toward realizing its goal of becoming the