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Ashiya Learning Support Fund Opens Scholarship Applications for 2025

On July 18, 2025, the Japan Philanthropic Foundation, located in Minato, Tokyo, announced the commencement of applications for the "Ashiya Learning Support Fund" scholarship for the 2025 academic year. This initiative is designed to aid students from economically disadvantaged backgrounds, particularly in Ashiya city, by providing financial assistance for their educational expenses from junior high through high school.

Purpose of the Ashiya Learning Support Fund

The Ashiya Learning Support Fund was established with the vision to combat educational inequality arising from differences in family circumstances that many children cannot change. The foundation aims to break the cycle of poverty and disparity affecting future generations. The fund will cover educational expenses for students enrolled in designated junior high schools in Ashiya city, allowing them to thrive academically and pursue their dreams.

Eligibility Criteria

To apply for the scholarship, students must meet the following criteria:

• - Currently enrolled in one of Ashiya city’s designated junior high schools (Chiomimi Junior High School, Seido Junior High School, or Yamate Junior High School, listed in alphabetical order).
• - Be in the first year of junior high school.
• - Have a strong desire to advance to university and pursue various learning opportunities without financial limitations.
• - Meet the household income limits based on the number of family members:

- For 2 members: Annual household income must be below 4 million yen.
- For 3 members: Annual household income must be below 4.5 million yen.
- For 4 members: Annual household income must be below 5 million yen.
- For 5 members: Annual household income must be below 5.5 million yen.
- For 6 or more members: Annual household income must be below 6 million yen.

Scholarship Details

The scholarship offers a total of 3 million yen over six years, distributed as follows:

• - From junior high first year to high school first year: 450,000 yen per year.
• - High school second year: 550,000 yen.
• - High school third year: 650,000 yen.

Students interested in applying can find detailed information about the scholarship and donor philosophies on the Ashiya Learning Support Fund's website.

Application Schedule and Method

Schedule:

• - Application Period: Starts on July 18, 2025, and ends on September 10, 2025 (postmark valid).
• - First Round (Document Review) Result Notification: October 2025.
• - Second Round (Interviews): Scheduled for early November 2025.
• - Second Round Result Notification: Late November 2025.

How to Apply:

Applicants must read the application guidelines and submit the required documents by mail within the application period. The necessary documents, including application forms and essay forms, can be downloaded from the application page.

About the Japan Philanthropic Foundation

Established in 2020, the Japan Philanthropic Foundation aims to facilitate social contribution initiatives by collecting donations and managing these funds effectively. It conducts grants, scholarships, and recognition projects, all while nurturing the hopes of each donor into meaningful contributions for a richer society.

For more information, please visit their website.

Contact Information

For inquiries regarding the application, please email the office at [email protected], with the subject line "Inquiry about the Ashiya Learning Support Fund."