Charity
Through running, we aim to provide opportunities for people to think about how they can make a contribution to society, such as getting involved in charitable activities, promoting sports, protecting the environment, supporting refugees throughout the world, supporting children with incurable diseases, and animal protection. We hope to link the hearts of each individual with society. This vision underpins the running of the Tokyo Marathon Foundation’s "RUN with HEART" charity program.
The Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon Charity will focus on creating a brighter future with different non-profit organizations to tackle social issues together through the sport of running.
| About Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon Charity | This is an initiative to expand the circle of charity activities through the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon. You can support this initiative by making donations. Those who donate more than the amount specified by the charity organization and wish to run as a Charity Runner, may be selected as a Charity Runner and asked to promote the charity activities while participating in the event. |
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| Official Charity Programs | In the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon 2023, 22 official charity programs will be actively carrying out their own promotional efforts, directly seeking donations. *Some charity organizations may only accept donations and/or Charity Runner applications from those residing in Japan. |
| Field Size | 2,000 |
| Application Procedure | 1 Select a charity organization below. 2 Apply a donation from the organization’s donation system. |
| Charity Runner Selection Criteria | Charity Runners are selected by respective charity organizations. |
| Application Procedures & Schedule |
①For those who wish to make a donation application, and also wish to run the event as a Charity Runner Donation & Charity Runner Application period: Friday, April 28, 11:00 a.m. – Friday, May 26, 5:00 p.m. (JST) *The above period may differ for each charity organization. Entry Period: Thursday, June 1, 11:00 a.m. – Thursday, June 8, 5:00 p.m. (JST) Eligibility: Must be at least 18 years of age on the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon 2023 race day. *All rules and regulations set forth for the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon 2023 apply to Charity Runners. ②For those who only wish to donate Application Period:Friday, April 28, 11:00 a.m. – Friday, May 26, 5:00 p.m. (JST) *The above period may differ for each charity organization. *Minimum amount of donation shall be 1,000 JPY |
| Contact | Inquiries about the event : https://www.sportsentry.ne.jp/inquiry/en Inquiries about the charityt :mailto:info_charity@tokyo42195.org Inquiries regarding this donation application : Each charity organizations |
| Others | * Charity runner registration (participation) is optional for donators. |
- Important Notes on Donation
- [About charity participation]
You can participate by making a donation to each charity organization.
Those who wish to donate 50,000 yen or more can participate in the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon 2023 as a charity runner to promote their charity activities. You will be able to spread the greatness of charity activities through your participation in the race.
[Notes]
① Participation qualification
18 years old or older (as of October 15, 2023 on the day of the event)
② Please check the application requirements before applying.
https://legacyhalf.tokyo/about/outline/index.html
③You can make duplicate donations to multiple organizations however, you cannot make multiple requests for a Charity Runner.
④We do not provide refunds after a donation has been made.
If this charity project or event is canceled due to reasons not attributable to the organizer, the donation will not be refunded.
If the selected charity organization has discontinued its program due to unavoidable circumstances, the collected donations will be allocated to another charity program.
Refunds are not also applicable in the following cases.
・If you decline to run due to your own circumstances
・If you do not run on the day of the event
・When the right to run is revoked due to reasons such as violation of the rules
・If you are unable to pay the entry fee by credit card
⑤ Participation fees are not included in donations.
Separate information will be sent to those who have advanced to runner entry.
⑥Applications by travel agencies not approved by the tournament organizer will not be accepted. If it becomes clear, the participation right will be canceled and the donation and participation fee will not be refunded even after payment.
⑦ Receipts of donations are available. We will inform you when you make a donation payment.
⑧All registered personal information will be used for the selection of charity runners for this event and for various communications regarding the event.
⑨Regarding corporate donations, you are not allowed to make conflicts with the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon Official Partners, selling goods and/or promotion campaign using the charity program. If you engage in such activities or actions, you may not be able to apply for this event in the future.
・An examples of prohibited actions includes:
*Use of copyright or properties of the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon (name, picture, visuals, logo, etc.)
Example:"We/company supports the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon.
Example:"We/company supports the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon Charity.
Example:"Through the Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon, we have supported 〇〇 (charity organization name).
*Advertising within the event venue and along the course.
Example:"Displaying banners, wearing an items that displays company name, brand or products.
[Handling of personal information]
Tokyo Marathon Foundation Personal Information Protection Policy https://tokyo42195.org/common/pdf/privacypolicy_en.pdf
* Please note that the program details of charity organizations are subject to change in the event of unforeseen circumstances, e.g., the occurrence of natural disasters or conflicts, the cessation of activities by a particular charity organization.
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Tokyo Marathon Sports Legacy Program
Creating and passing on a society in which people can enjoy new lifestyles through sports
> Tokyo Marathon Sports Legacy Program
Creating and passing on a society in which people can enjoy new lifestyles through sports
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 200Charity Ambassador
Megumi Oshima , M Takashi , Yu Nakamura , Atsushi ShikanoAbout Programs
As a pioneer in mass marathons and as a forerunner in sports charities in Japan, the Tokyo Marathon, organized by the Tokyo Marathon Foundation, contributes to the advancement of society through running. In its Sports Legacy Program, the Tokyo Marathon Foundation carries out activities based on the four keywords and key concepts of "Sports Dream (Enhancement and Education)," "Sports Foundation (Facilities)," "Sports Expansion (Public Awareness)," and "The Power of Sports (Contributing to Society)." in order to use the platform of sports, unfettered by the boundaries between competitive sports and recreational sports, to pass on a legacy of a brighter future for Tokyo and Japan in the 21st century. We aim for "Innovation & Inclusion," creating innovative activities that anyone can participate in, befitting of the Tokyo Marathon. -
Japanese Para Sports Association
Publicise and promote the understanding of para sports (Promote a radical transformation in public consciousness aimed at realising an inclusive society）
> Japanese Para Sports Association
Publicise and promote the understanding of para sports (Promote a radical transformation in public consciousness aimed at realising an inclusive society）
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 150About Programs
Turning the efforts to promote para sports into a vituous circle by popularising and disseminating them (broadening the base of the mountain) and enhancing competitive strength (rising the mountain height), we aim at achieving a vigorous, inclusive society where diversity is mutually respected (making trees flourish). -
Action against Child Exploitation
Protecting children from hazardous child labour, providing education, and helping families raise themselves out of poverty
> Action against Child Exploitation
Protecting children from hazardous child labour, providing education, and helping families raise themselves out of poverty
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basis
Maximum entrants
Total 100Charity Ambassador
Shogo Matsugaki, Hideyuki TanakaAbout Programs
There are currently estimated to be 160 million children around the world who cannot receive an education and are in danger of serious injury and disease due to hazardous labour. ACE strives for a world without child labour and provides direct support to children and families who are engaged in child labour in India and Ghana. Donations from “Tokyo Marathon 2022” will be used to aid villages in India and Ghana in becoming child labour-free. Monies raised will be used specifically for school preparation and support, vocational training, support for improving household income, community awareness raising, etc.) in the project countries as well as for support, advocacy and research initiatives in Japan.Tokyo Development Foundation for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
We prevent the global warming and succeed healthy forests to the next generation by developing a low-pollen forests.
> Tokyo Development Foundation for Agriculture, Forestry and Fisheries.
We prevent the global warming and succeed healthy forests to the next generation by developing a low-pollen forests.
Only accept donations and/or Charity Runner applications from those residing in Japan.
About Programs
The planned forests of cedars and cypresses, which account for about 60% of the forests in the Tama area of Tokyo, have not been adequately cared for due to the prolonged slump in lumber prices and other factors, and the forest cycle of "logging - lumberuse - planting - maintenance" has stagnated in recent years. Many of the cedar and cypress forests have reached the end of their useful lives, but are not being utilization, which are the main cause of pollinosis. For this reason, we are working with the Tokyo Metropolitan Government to promote "Low-Pollen Forests" to reduce the amount of cedar and cypress pollen by cutting down planned forests in Tama and planting low-pollen cedar and other trees under proper care and management.Japan Cancer Society
Operation of free cancer consultation service “Hotline” for cancer patients and their families, Promote cancer prevention and cancer screenings, Disseminate correct knowledge and raise awareness of cancer.
> Japan Cancer Society
Operation of free cancer consultation service “Hotline” for cancer patients and their families, Promote cancer prevention and cancer screenings, Disseminate correct knowledge and raise awareness of cancer.
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basis
Maximum entrants
Total 100Charity Ambassador
Miki Asakura , Ayako Uehara , Katsuhiko KinAbout Programs
We want to reduce the number of people suffering from cancer to zero.Three missions of Japan Cancer Society are to promote cancer prevention and cancer screenings,support cancer survivors and their families.and disseminate correct knowledge and raise awareness of cancer.Peace Winds Japan
Development of protection and transfer activities to save dogs’ lives, as well as training for disaster relief and therapy dogs.
> Peace Winds Japan
Development of protection and transfer activities to save dogs’ lives, as well as training for disaster relief and therapy dogs.
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basis
Maximum entrants
Total 100About Programs
Peace Winds Japan (PWJ) has been active in 36 countries and regions including the Middle East and Africa since 1996. In recent years, PWJ has also been working to resolve domestic social issues such as disaster recovery in West Japan and Tohoku area, providing healthcare and promoting tourism in sparsely populated areas. Through the “Peace Wanko Japan” project, we have achieved a record of “zero kills” in Hiroshima Prefecture, where most of the dogs and cats were being killed.NPO Florence
Resolving the social issues that get in the way of parent-child well-being and deliver a "new normal" to all parents and children.
> NPO Florence
Resolving the social issues that get in the way of parent-child well-being and deliver a "new normal" to all parents and children.
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 100Charity Ambassador
Hiroki KomazakiAbout Programs
Florence has been working to solve various social issues related to parents and children, such as child poverty, abuse, and solitary parenting, and has steadily produced results, including the spread of home-visit sick child care, the institutionalization of small-scale licensed day care centers, the expansion of childcare support for children with medical needs, and the nationwide spread of Kodomotakushoku, which delivers food and other items to households raising children. One in seven children in Japan is poor. One newborn baby in Japan dies every two weeks from abandonment or abuse. While medical advances have saved newborns weighing 500 grams, there is a lack of childcare care for children with medical needs. Florence has been developing to solve these social issues by offering new services and supports with donations as the source of funds. By giving support Tokyo Legacy Half Marathon 2023 Charity, we will bring smiles to even more parents and children.Children`s Cancer Association of Japan
Financial Assistance to Parents
> Children`s Cancer Association of Japan
Financial Assistance to Parents
Only accept donations and/or Charity Runner applications from those residing in Japan.
Charity Ambassador
Kenta KobashiAbout Programs
Children’s Cancer Association of Japan has been and is the only non-profit organization in Japan whose mission is to improve the quality of life for children with cancer and their families and to raise awareness of this disease.NPO KIDSDOOR
We provide a free place-based study session where high school students and dropouts from poor families can study and eat with peace of mind.
> NPO KIDSDOOR
We provide a free place-based study session where high school students and dropouts from poor families can study and eat with peace of mind.
Only accept donations and/or Charity Runner applications from those residing in Japan.
About Programs
I want to create a social system with fair opportunities even for children in difficult environments such as poverty, where the environment in which they were born and disasters cause inequality in their future dreams and hopes. Established an organization in 2007. If you give up going to school, it will be disadvantageous for employment, and as a result, the children will also have the problem of poverty. In order to break this negative chain, we run free study sessions and whereabouts in Tokyo and Tohoku (Sendai and Minamisanriku) from elementary school students to high school students who have low academic ability and do not have learning habits due to educational disparities. In particular, high school examination guidance has achieved a high school enrollment rate of 100% since its establishment.Pride House Tokyo NPO
Operating Pride House Tokyo Legacy, Japan's first LGBTQ+ center, and supporting LGBTQ+ youth.
> Pride House Tokyo NPO
Operating Pride House Tokyo Legacy, Japan's first LGBTQ+ center, and supporting LGBTQ+ youth.
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 50About Programs
We aim to raise awareness of LGBTQ+ issues, while taking advantages of the opportunities available during the Tokyo 2020 Summer Olympics and Paralympics. Currently, we have 8 teams to work on corporating programs for each theme with NPOs and individual activists, including Education/Diversity Messages, Culture/History/Archive, Wellness/Support, Athlete Messages, Celebration/Sports event/Volunteer, Creation of a safe space, Creation of mechanisms, and Legacy operation. We opened Japan’s first permanent LGBTQ+ center “Pride House Tokyo Legacy'' in Tokyo’s Shinjuku ward on October 11.CARE International Japan
Now support women and girls who are facing difficulties in developing countries and conflict zones such as Ukraine
> CARE International Japan
Now support women and girls who are facing difficulties in developing countries and conflict zones such as Ukraine
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 50Charity Ambassador
Saburo Takizawa（Toyo Eiwa Jogakuin University Professor Emeritus, CARE International Japan Vice Chairman）About Programs
CARE International Japan has been striving to support developing countries in Asia, such as East Timor and Thailand, to solve social issues and achieve economic development. Additionally, it is currently working to provide humanitarian aid to the vulnerable people in Ukraine with the collaboration with International NGO “CARE”. Your thoughtful donation will help us to continue our mission of working around Asian developing countries affected by natural disasters and conflicts to save lives, and defeat poverty by providing women with equal opportunities to become independent and self-sufficient. We, CARE International Japan, will carefully spend this fund to raise awareness in Japan as well.TOKYO TOY MUSEUM
The Inclusive art museum in Shinjyuku
> TOKYO TOY MUSEUM
The Inclusive art museum in Shinjyuku
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 50About Programs
（1）Experiencing the charm of forests and Japanese craftsmanship for children .
（2）Special exhibition on traditional culture .
（3）Renovate the facility .
（4）Volunteer training for the elderly.
（5）Outreach activities for those who have difficulty visiting our museum.
The Tokyo Toy Museum is creating a place where people from babies to the elderly can interact and laugh together through the power of art and play.Gold Ribbon Network
Subsidy program for transportation and other expenses for pediatric cancer
> Gold Ribbon Network
Subsidy program for transportation and other expenses for pediatric cancer
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 50About Programs
Gold Ribbon Network (GRN) is a non-profit organization that supports pediatric cancer patients and their families. Patients and their families face not only the physical and emotional challenges of treatment, but often financial difficulties as well. In addition, about half of all pediatric cancer survivors suffer long-term health problems called "late effects" caused by the cancer itself and/or its treatment, and need support for the rest of their lives. Our goal is to realize a society in which children with cancer can live with comfort and security. Our activities 1. Hospital visit support 2. Scholarship 3. Hospitalization support for single parent families 4. Medical beanie gifts, etc.Kokkyo naki Kodomotachi (Children without Borders)
To provide educational opportunities to underprivileged children in Cambodia, Philippines and Bangladesh.
> Kokkyo naki Kodomotachi (Children without Borders)
To provide educational opportunities to underprivileged children in Cambodia, Philippines and Bangladesh.
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 50Charity Ambassador
Neko HiroshiAbout Programs
KnK was founded in Japan as a non-governmental humanitarian organization in 1997. As of 2022, we have operated in 15 countries and been involved in providing educational support to over 180,000 children. The number of street children worldwide have been said to be 100 to 150 million with reasons being extreme poverty, abuse, losing their broken homes, and various other reasons. Donations raised through TLH2023 Charity will be used for educational support to children in Cambodia, Philippines, and Bangladesh who would otherwise have a difficulty in escaping the recurring chain of poverty.The Public Interest Incorporated Foundation Solaputi kids’ camp
Inviting children with serious illnesses and their families to a dream campsite with on-site medical care.
> The Public Interest Incorporated Foundation Solaputi kids’ camp
Inviting children with serious illnesses and their families to a dream campsite with on-site medical care.
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 50Charity Ambassador
Ryota HosoyaAbout Programs
In Japan, about 200,000 children are facing serious illnesses such as pediatric cancer. Some of these children say that their dream is to "play outside" because they have few opportunities to do so during their long and painful struggling with their illnesses. The mission is to invite children with serious illnesses, and their families, to the Solaputi Kids’ Camp for nature-based outdoor experiences with on-site medical care for free. The children and their families can fully enjoy Hokkaido's bountiful nature without any concern for their illnesses. Our goal is that children in the grip of illnesses and their families feel relaxed and get the energy to carry on living by spending invaluable time in Solaputi Kids' Camp. The construction and operation of this campsite with medical care is supported by donations and volunteers.Teach For Japan
To realize a world where all children can receive an excellent education
> Teach For Japan
To realize a world where all children can receive an excellent education
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 50About Programs
The fellowship program operated by Teach For Japan started from 2013, and has delivered for 10 years. In 2021, the scope of the program has been extended to 42 cities, the number of fellows who were sent to school was 162, and the number of children involved was 21,998. On the other hand, education reform in Japan is currently undergoing a major turning point. As mentioned in the OECD report, unfortunately the overtime work hours of Japanese teachers and the development situation of ICT environment are the worst class in the world. We believe that the mission and potential needs that Teach For Japan should fulfill are very large.We believe that our efforts to produce "teachers" at school and to be involved in the core of public education will play a very important role in solving these issues.Japan Environmental Education Forum
Providing experience of nature activities and healing of nature to children/adults having various difficulties, problems and worries in their daily life.
> Japan Environmental Education Forum
Providing experience of nature activities and healing of nature to children/adults having various difficulties, problems and worries in their daily life.
Only accept donations and/or Charity Runner applications from those residing in Japan.
About Programs
Amid the changes in society in recent years, such as declining birthrate, population aging, urbanization, working in double harness and an increase in single-parent households, there are fewer opportunities for children to grow up while accumulating various natural and social experiences on a daily basis in their community. In addition, there are growing number of adults who, due to various factors, spend the day not moving their body, having no contact with people, and not talking. With the aim of “environmental education that leaves no one behind”, we will turn our eyes towards not only healthy people, but also to those who have difficulties, problems or worries in carrying on their daily life or social life, and will provide nature experience programs and hands-on learning programs that excite people’s motivation to learn, so that they can grow with confidence in themselves, carve out their future with their own hands, and become the leaders of a better society. We would appreciate it if you would support our activities for environmental education that allow all of us to learn/grow from nature while interacting with nature.Certified Nonprofit Organization Family House
Providing residential facilities and care for children fighting critical illness and their families during medical treatments
> Certified Nonprofit Organization Family House
Providing residential facilities and care for children fighting critical illness and their families during medical treatments
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 50About Programs
Family House is the first organization in Japan to build resting houses for children with severe illnesses and their families. 31 years ago, Family House started its activities at the Department of Pediatric Oncology, National Cancer Center Central Hospital through the cooperation of mothers, doctors and nurses. As of today, we are working together with 70 organizations with 125 houses to support children and their families nationwide. Currently, we, Family House are operating 8 facilities with 15 rooms in Tokyo.Friends Without A Border Japan
Run for children! Help build medical services rooted in Laos. Delivering compassionate care, cuddles and smiles.
> Friends Without A Border Japan
Run for children! Help build medical services rooted in Laos. Delivering compassionate care, cuddles and smiles.
Only accept donations and/or Charity Runner applications from those residing in Japan.
Charity Ambassador
Takenori TorimitsuAbout Programs
Friends Without A Border Japan provides pediatric medical support to children in Laos, Cambodia, and other Asian countries. We opened Lao Friends Hospital for Children (LFHC) in Luang Prabang (Laos) in 2015, where we provide free medical care in a compassionate environment with the intent of establishing a locally sustainable hospital by and for the Lao people. LFHC’s guiding ethos is “Treat every patient as if they were your own child.” Many of our patients are children who require inpatient care. Receiving proper treatment can save their lives. Your generous donation will help us save as many lives as possible by providing essential care to those hospitalized children at LFHC in Laos.NPO Sodateage Net
Empower and Uplift: Transforming Children's Lives through Social Experiences
> NPO Sodateage Net
Empower and Uplift: Transforming Children's Lives through Social Experiences
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 20About Programs
COVID-19 has disrupted invaluable social experiences in school life, affecting students' self-esteem, extroversion, and mental growth. With many losing these growth opportunities, we strive to address this societal issue by providing lost social experiences.
Since 2013, We have supported children from disadvantaged backgrounds and those struggling with school refusal, offering learning support and social experiences.
Despite Japan's declining birthrate, school refusals and student suicides have reached record highs. In these challenging times, our facilities serve as crucial spaces for children.
Join us in creating opportunities for these children to connect with society. With your donations, we plan summer camps, company tours, and promote access to qualification exams and entrance exam practice tests.
Through diverse experiences, we'll help young people discover themselves, understand others, and choose their desired path. We humbly ask for your support and cooperation.Tokyo Disaster Prevention & Emergency Medical Service Association
Our businesses are dissemination of the importance of disaster prevention widely and relate to spread of emergency first aid.
> Tokyo Disaster Prevention & Emergency Medical Service Association
Our businesses are dissemination of the importance of disaster prevention widely and relate to spread of emergency first aid.
Only accept donations and/or Charity Runner applications from those residing in Japan.
About Programs
With the aim of realizing a society where people can live with peace of mind, the Company conducts (1) training courses to foster fire prevention managers and other persons involved in disaster prevention work, (2) operation of the Fire Museum and the Life Safety Learning Center to spread the concept of disaster prevention and improve disaster prevention behavior, (3) promotion of systems to prevent fires and reduce damage, (4) life saving courses to promote emergency first aid, (5) operation of emergency vehicles to meet emergency demand, and (6) other businesses related to disaster prevention and emergency services.Ronald McDonald House Charities Japan
Operating Ronald McDonald House
> Ronald McDonald House Charities Japan
Operating Ronald McDonald House
Charity Runner Selection Criteria
1) Donations per person is 50,000 yen or more: Mandatory
2) First-come-first-served basisMaximum entrants
Total 80About Programs
Ronald McDonald House is a lodging facility for children and their families who are fighting illness. The house is supported by the donations of supporters and the activities of local volunteers. Based on the idea of "second home", the kitchen, including the bedroom where privacy is protected, so that the family accompanying the child who is admitted to the hospital far from home can spend the same peace of mind as at home. , Living, dining, laundry, playroom, "mental" and "economical" to support your family.
