Question 1

What is Support Circle?

Accepted Answer

Support Circle — Shien no Wa is a voluntary association sharing accessible world support stories and connecting people with activities. Articles introducing third-party activities are distinguished from support projects in which we are involved.

Question 2

Are you an incorporated NPO?

Accepted Answer

No. Support Circle is an unincorporated voluntary association without legal personality. Its Japanese name is 任意団体 支援の輪 Support Circle; co-representatives are Sakai Kenzi and Uemura Manabu. We are not an NPO corporation or public-interest corporation and do not present donations as qualifying for tax relief based on such status. See the organization overview for our purpose, activities and accounting policy.

Question 3

How are activities selected?

Accepted Answer

We check the need for support, activities, contact details, sources and permission to publish images and stories. We do not assert information we cannot confirm and update material changes.

Question 4

How are support funds used?

Accepted Answer

Purposes vary by project. Gia Han funds are intended for treatment, follow-up and reasonable related medical costs. Payment and currency-conversion fees may apply. Read each campaign’s explanation before contributing.

Question 5

Are activity reports available?

Accepted Answer

The reports page contains verified project information and operating policies. New facts about treatment, transfers or spending are added after verification and checking what can be disclosed.

Question 6

Can I help without donating?

Accepted Answer

Reading stories, sharing official pages and following activities on social media can help. Contact the activity’s own operator about participating locally.

Question 7

How can I contact you?

Accepted Answer

Email supportcircle.jp@gmail.com for corrections, story submissions and project enquiries.