Giving Machine Partner Organization Introduction Vol.5：Good Neighbors Japan
Tokyo
Aiming to create “a society filled with children's smiles, where everyone can live with dignity,” Good Neighbors Japan (GNJP) is a certified nonprofit organization established in 2004 as a member of the international NGO Good Neighbors International. GNJP works to support children's healthy development and help people live safe and secure lives in Japan and more than 15 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East.
In Japan, one of GNJP's main initiatives is “Good Gohan,” a food assistance program for single-parent households in need that meet certain eligibility criteria. The organization also provides emergency relief and recovery assistance following disasters, including the Noto Peninsula Earthquake.
During the summer vacation of 2026, Good Gohan organized special food distributions. In July, the amount of rice provided increased from the usual 2 kg to 5 kg, along with meat and fish. In August, frozen mangoes were distributed in addition to frozen vegetables.
At the distribution sites, parents and children were seen looking at recipes together and chatting about plans such as, "Let's make shaved ice when we get home!" These moments showed how food assistance can also bring smiles and joy to families.
Meet the Representative
Fumie Iijima
Director, Communications Department
Fumie Iijima has been involved with Good Neighbors Japan since 2009, working on a wide range of international cooperation and humanitarian assistance programs in Japan, Asia, Africa, and other regions. She currently serves as Director of the Communications Division, overseeing public relations and fundraising efforts to expand the circle of support for people affected by poverty, disasters, and conflict both in Japan and abroad.
She has also been involved with Good Gohan since its launch in 2017, working to support single-parent households facing financial hardship in Japan. Driven by her strong desire to "reduce, even by one, the number of children who are forced to skip meals because of poverty," she continues to dedicate herself to helping and raising awareness.
Regarding this year's GIVE Machine initiative, Ms. Iijima shared the following message:
"Even in the Christmas and the New Year season, there are many children who still struggle to get enough to eat and cannot enjoy the special meals that are part of these seasonal celebrations.
We participated in the GIVE Machine initiative last year, and I believe it offers an accessible and welcoming opportunity for people to turn their compassion into tangible support for those in need.
Through the GIVE Machine, we hope that as many people as possible will learn about our work. We sincerely ask for your warm support so that children can enjoy satisfying meals and gather around dinner tables filled with smiles."
In addition to donations, Good Neighbors Japan welcomes volunteers to participate in activities such as food distribution. If you are unable to visit a GIVE Machine during the event period, you can still donate through the organization's official website.
For more information, please visit the official website below.