LOVE POCKET FUND has announced the recipient of the first round of its 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake Support Project. With ¥9,980,000 in funding, the project will provide four types of support, including in-kind assistance tailored to needs in the affected areas.
LOVE POCKET FUND, jointly operated by 新しい地図 and The Nippon Foundation, has selected the General Incorporated Association Yatsushiro Junior Chamber as the recipient of the first round of its 2026 Kumamoto Earthquake Support Project. The funding totals ¥9,980,000, and activities will be carried out in Yatsushiro City and Hikawa Town, Kumamoto Prefecture.
The project comprises four areas of support: in-kind assistance tailored to local needs (¥2,730,000); support for operating the Yatsushiro City Disaster Volunteer Center (¥1,250,000); meal distribution in cooperation with local restaurants and wholesalers (¥3,150,000); and support for the early recovery of affected businesses and stores (¥2,150,000). A further ¥700,000 will be allocated to shared costs, including vehicle usage fees.
LOVE POCKET FUND plans to continue considering additional recipients and will make further announcements as decisions are made.