Tokyo's Hino City Launches Youth Empowerment Fundraising Initiative

In a vibrant effort to enhance community collaboration and support local youth, Hino City, along with the hometown tax portal, Satofull, is set to commence its fundraising initiative through "Satofull Crowdfunding." This initiative, titled "Hino City Imagination Realization Department: We Want to Shape Young Ideas Together!" will start accepting donations from September 1, 2025, until September 30, 2025, with a funding goal of 550,000 yen.

Overview of the Initiative

This unique crowdfunding platform leverages the existing hometown tax system to engage the community in funding various local projects. Donors participating in the "Satofull Crowdfunding" platform can choose specific uses for their contributions, share supportive messages with local governments, and track the gathered donations in real time.

This innovative project signifies a new approach to citizen participation in local governance and community development. The venture is particularly aimed at energizing and supporting young individuals, allowing their creative thoughts to flourish and become tangible within the community.

Hino City's Commitment

Though there will be no financial rewards offered for contributions, Hino City emphasizes the importance of these donations, which will serve as crucial resources for practical projects. Supporters will have opportunities to engage in real-life events such as exchange meetings and reporting sessions.

The three projects that are being backed through this initiative not only empower young people to take charge of their ideas but also act as a proof of concept for a new framework promoting citizen engagement. The ultimate goal is to nurture a culture of dialogue and co-creation, opening avenues for individuals to express their discomfort and foster empathy and ideas within their community.

In embarking on this project, public servants, local organizations, students, and corporate employees will collaboratively develop a culture of dialogue. The initiative blends digital tools, workshops, and fieldwork to extend the circle of empathy throughout the region.

Collaborative Forces Behind The Initiative

This initiative is a result of a strategic partnership between Satofull and CAMPFIRE, a leading crowdfunding platform based in Shibuya, Tokyo. Together, they enable municipalities to launch crowdfunding projects that capitalize on the hometown tax system. The collaboration also encompasses providing planning advice to local governments and supporting content production.

Both companies are committed to promoting local revitalization by standing alongside regional producers and municipalities in various endeavors.

About Satofull

Founded with the mission to revitalize local communities through hometown taxes, Satofull is a comprehensive portal for individuals looking to support local governments. It offers a straightforward platform for donors to select municipalities and various gift options while streamlining donation processes for local governments.

Additionally, Satofull operates a regional information site titled "Furusato Kozuchi," highlighting initiatives focused on revitalizing local areas through hometown taxes.

About CAMPFIRE

CAMPFIRE's mission revolves around the democratization of financing solutions, aimed at supporting individuals, creators, corporations, NPOs, universities, and local governments in their respective endeavors. The company aspires to create a world where money circulates smoothly to ensure that all forms of challenges are addressed efficiently.

For more details, visit CAMPFIRE's official site and explore how they are transforming fundraising for diverse needs.

This initiative reflects a broader commitment to nurturing young talent and shaping the future within the community, and your support is vital in making this vision a reality.