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CHARITY

Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jul 5, 2019
Ethiopian crash kin criticize Boeing donation plan, say they were kept in dark
The families of victims of an Ethiopian air disaster on Thursday criticized Boeing's plan to donate $100 million to unspecified charities and communities affected by two crashes, saying it was too vague and that families should have been consulted first.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Apr 7, 2019
Who needs more white saviors?
Critics need to understand that very few people in need care about the color of the skin of those who are helping them or where they're from.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society / Regional voices: Chubu
Mar 18, 2019
Aichi 5-year-old has waist-length hair shorn to help make wigs for sick kids
A 5-year-old girl from Aichi Prefecture decided to have her waist-length hair cut in January so it can be made into wigs for children who have suffered hair loss from cancer or other illnesses.
Japan Times
JAPAN / Society / Regional voices: Chubu
Feb 4, 2019
Zen Buddhist priest touched by kindness in Nepal offers shelter to those seeking refuge in Japan
One day in January, in a quiet Zen temple on a hill in Nagoya's Tenpaku Ward, a priest offered a Nigerian visitor okaki (rice crackers).
Japan Times
Rugby
Feb 2, 2019
Clermont routs Top League All-Stars in charity match
A select team from Japan's Top League lost to French Top 14 side Clermont Auvergne 50-29 on Saturday.
Japan Times
WORLD
Jan 17, 2019
Pregnant Meghan laughs off 'fat lady' comment on charity visit
A stranger's comment on one's growing stomach may not always be welcome but a pregnant Meghan, Britain's Duchess of Sussex, took it all in her stride on Wednesday when a pensioner called her "a fat lady.
Japan Times
WORLD
Nov 30, 2018
Enough poor children: Africans call for diversity in aid campaigns
Communities that benefit from aid want international charities to move beyond pictures of poor children and show a more balanced view of Africa, a study showed on Friday.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY
Nov 28, 2018
Second Harvest Japan: Helping those in need can make you feel like part of the community
Ahead of a fundraiser for the Tokyo-based food bank, CEO Charles McJilton explains why a 'food safety net' is a must for Japan.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY
Nov 28, 2018
Music and charity come together at Second Harvest Japan fundraiser
Instant Karma will provide the soundtrack to a night at What the Dickens that hopes to make a difference.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 16, 2018
Skydiving Welsh grandma brings the power of touch to people with disabilities in Japan
Since retiring 25 years ago, Dilys Price has founded a successful charity, been honored by Queen Elizabeth II, modeled for a top fashion line and set a world record for being the oldest female skydiver.
BUSINESS
Oct 26, 2018
No one wanted Trump portrait, so his charity had to buy it, his lawyer argues
When Donald Trump offered to pay $10,000 from his personal charitable foundation for a six-foot oil portrait of himself, the future president only meant to "get the bidding started" during a 2014 auction at his Mar-a-Lago resort, his lawyer told a New York judge.
Japan Times
COMMENTARY / World
Aug 14, 2018
Why charity for the poor isn't futile
While we wait for politicians to act, it is important to concentrate our spare resources on effective aid that helps poor people lead the best lives they can.
Japan Times
BUSINESS
Jun 15, 2018
New York sues Trump and his charity over 'self-dealing'
The New York state attorney general sued U.S. President Donald Trump, three of his children and his foundation on Thursday, saying he illegally used the nonprofit as a personal "checkbook" for his own benefit, including his 2016 presidential campaign.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / How-tos / LIFELINES
Mar 28, 2018
From Tohoku to Tokyo, Acchi Cocchi NPO offers healing through art
Acchi Cocchi brings music, dance and the visual arts into everyday life in Tohoku and the greater Tokyo area.
JAPAN
Dec 30, 2017
Foreign Ministry taps private sector to get more Japanese into senior positions at international organizations
In a move to get more Japanese officials into senior positions at international organizations, the Foreign Ministry is soliciting recruits from the private sector, including middle-aged and older workers, and shouldering their travel expenses and salaries.
Japan Times
JAPAN
Nov 6, 2017
'Giving December' campaign tries to foster culture of private giving in Japan
Donate more. Invest in the future of society.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / How-tos / LIFELINES
Oct 25, 2017
PanCAN Japan makes strides against pancreatic cancer
PanCAn Japan supports research projects and advocates for new medical techniques to improve both treatment for pancreatic cancer patients and early detection of the disease.
Japan Times
COMMUNITY / How-tos / LIFELINES
Oct 15, 2017
Shine On! works its animal magic on kids facing tough times
Shine On! Kids offers support and encouragement to very ill children and their families around Japan.
COMMENTARY / COUNTERPOINT
Apr 29, 2017
Civil society across Asia is flowering but fragile
The proliferation of civil society organizations throughout Asia is having a significant impact on relations between the state and citizens, on the institutions of the state and on prevailing norms and values.
Japan Times
WORLD
Mar 26, 2017
French minister Royal to run for U.N. development agency post
French Environment Minister Segolene Royal said on Friday that she was running to lead the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), at a time when the U.N. could see an abrupt cut in crucial United States funding.

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