Code for Everyone is committed to realizing a society where every single child can believe in their own potential and unleash their creativity through technology. Will you join us in updating IT and information education in Japan?
CHALLENGES
Background of the Issue
The Gap Between Accelerating Technology and Adaptation
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Driven by rapid technological advancements, the future our children face is changing at an unpredictable speed
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We face a vital question: how should we navigate and engage with new technologies, such as generative AI?
Environmental Challenges
Educational Challenges Facing Children
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Shortage of Educational Budgets
Limited budgets mean that administrative staffing, teaching materials, facilities, and specialized support fail to reach where they are needed most.
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Overburdened Teachers & Lack of Time
Teachers are overwhelmed with non-teaching duties, leaving them with insufficient time for lesson preparation, curriculum research, and face-to-face interaction with students.
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Widening Disparities in Educational Opportunities
A child’s socioeconomic background and geographic location are creating huge gaps in how quickly they can access new learning opportunities and immersive experiences.
Impact on Children
Impact on Children’s Motivation and Action
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IT for “Consumption Only”
Children’s use of technology is heavily skewed toward passive consumption, making it difficult for them to appreciate the importance of creating things on their own.
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Lack of Opportunities to Test Ideas
As educational content expands and becomes more advanced, there is little room or “blank space” left for children to freely conceptualize and learn through trial and error.
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Lack of Experiences That Build Confidence
Without accumulating small experiences of failure and success, children cannot develop the motivation and confidence to take on new challenges.
SOLUTIONS
Our Approach to the Solution
- Fostering experiences with technology that bring joy, confidence, and excitement to all children.
- Providing teaching materials free of charge to elementary, junior high, and high schools nationwide, including “Proguru” (a programming material) and the “Generative AI Course for Everyone.”
- Operating creative hubs where children can engage in digital hands-on making and creation.
- Updating the ecosystems that promote the true value of technology and the transformation of learning.
- Conducting training programs for teachers, built on the foundation of our nationwide educator network.
- Submitting policy recommendations to the Ministry of Education (MEXT) and the Ministry of Economy (METI), and participating in expert committees.
- Reshaping public opinion and culture to support next-generation development by raising social awareness about the importance of IT education through symposiums and media outreach.
- Collaborating with stakeholders to support hands-on computer science education.
- Implementing school grant programs through corporate partnerships.
- Delivering career education and workshops for students and local youth by collaborating with corporate volunteers and supporters.
Building a society where all youth believe in their potential through trial and error with technology, and take action to shape their own futures and society.
USER VOICES / TESTIMONIALS
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The Friends I Met, the Challenges That Opened My Future
Iori, Mimimi-Lab UserWhen I first visited, I remember feeling so grateful to have a space where I could still spend time with friends, even during the COVID-19 pandemic. Competing in the robot tournament as a team was challenging, but it turned out to be an incredibly rewarding learning experience. Chatting with friends I met at mimimi Lab and doing some DJing are also wonderful memories. Connecting with people I’d never meet at school or home has truly expanded my daily horizons. To me, mimimi Lab is truly “a place where I can do what I love, 100%.”
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Co-creating Information Education for a New Era
Shinichi Kataoka, Teacher at Ichikawa Technical High SchoolOur school has received wide-ranging support from Code for Everyone, starting with online classes for career education, followed by assistance with implementing Generative AI, the provision of the ‘Proguru Information’ learning material, and even logistical support during media coverage for a TV program.
Mr. Nagano from Code for Everyone was actually the instructor for my initial teacher training. I deeply resonated with his sincere approach and his insights into the future of computer science education. I truly look forward to continuing our work with Code for Everyone to shape and build the information literacy skills needed for this new era. -
A growing mindset toward embracing technology
A high school student who took a class using the “Generative AI for Everyone Course”“Before this, I didn’t know how AI actually worked, and because it made so many mistakes, I thought it would be difficult to use.
However, I was incredibly surprised to learn for the first time that AI doesn’t just look up answers through a search; instead, it builds words based on probabilities from the surrounding context. Understanding this mechanism helped me realize that it’s only natural for AI to make mistakes. I came to see that instead of avoiding AI out of fear of hallucinations, it’s important for us as humans to use it with the prerequisite understanding that it will make errors.”
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Information on Legacies and Inherited Property Donations
A “Legacy Donation” (Bequest) is a new form of social contribution that anyone can make, allowing donors to entrust their vision to future generations and society. When assets remain at the end of life, a portion of them can be donated, even in small amounts.
Code for Everyone works in partnership with READYFOR, Inc. to provide consultation regarding legacy donations and the donation of inherited property.
If you have any questions or would like to consult with us regarding bequests or inheritance, please feel free to contact the office below.
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SUPPORTER MESSAGES
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Shaping the future of technology education, together. A trusted partner in the classroom.
Moe Tanaka / Elementary School Teacher“In my journey teaching programming and computer science, Code for Everyone has always been right by my side, walking the path with me as a true partner. Whenever a teacher is attempting their very first programming lesson, I always recommend ‘Proguru.’ Its intuitive interface and ready-to-use lesson materials give teachers the confidence they need to take that first step. I look forward to continuing this exciting journey of reimagining technology education together for the future of our children!”
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Supporting the next generation: our children, our teachers, and our communities
Moeko Suzuki / IT Professional“I deeply resonate with Code for Everyone’s long-standing, sincere commitment to solving the social challenge of spreading technology education. What I find incredibly meaningful is how they are creating real, tangible change in society—not just by reaching children, but by expanding their impact to teachers and local communities as well. I am proud to continue supporting their efforts to shape and nurture our future.”
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A world without easy answers. Moving forward side by side with Code for Everyone, we inspire the next generation by never stopping our pursuit.
Noritake Okazaki / High School Teacher“The sheer speed of our times is staggering. I’ve run hard trying to give my students a broad, high-level perspective on the future, but the truth is, nobody can see what lies ahead for certain. It can be anxiety-inducing. Yet, Code for Everyone is always right there running beside me, offering ‘Proguru’ and timely seminars. Their digital policymaking and creation hubs feel like beacons lighting the path to tomorrow. They give me such strength.
Ultimately, I believe the most powerful thing we can show our students is the sight of adults and teachers who refuse to stop challenging themselves. That is why I want to keep running forward. Because I believe that is exactly where the future lies.” -
Now that AI is a part of our daily lives, we want to give children the spark to discover the joy of unleashing their own creativity.
Yuki Hattori / IT Professional“In an era where AI allows anyone to write code, I feel that the foundational skills of critical thinking and creativity have become more important than ever. It’s easy to overcomplicate the idea of creative making, but all it takes is a little spark for anyone to tap into their creativity and enjoy the process. I believe Code for Everyone is that essential spark for children. I will continue to support them so that the next generation of builders can shape the future with their own hands.”
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OUR TRACK RECORD /
IMPACT
Users
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Proguru Users※1
6,447,839 -
“Generative AI for Everyone Course”※2
59,491 -
Teachers Trained※3
7,056 名 -
Facility Visitors※4
21,591 名
Our Impact in Numbers※5
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Number of Academic Conferences Presented At
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Policy Recommendations Made
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Volunteers
649
Continuous Participation in Expert Advisory Panels※5
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- Committee Member, Ministry of Economy, Trade and Industry (METI) — Study Group on Coordinators for Promoting Cooperation Between Industry and Education
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- Committee Member, Ministry of Education, Culture, Sports, Science and Technology (MEXT) — Central Council for Education, Special Committee on Digital Learning Infrastructure for Elementary and Secondary Education
HOW DONATIONS ARE USED
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Providing Educational Resources
- Our Work
- Developing and providing free educational tools—such as “Proguru” and the “Generative AI for Everyone Course”—to empower teachers to confidently lead technology education directly in their classrooms.
- How Your
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Helps - Funding will be used to continuously align our resources with the latest national educational guidelines, expand features to ensure emerging technologies like generative AI can be used safely in school environments, and cover the server and digital infrastructure costs required to support classrooms nationwide.
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Supporting Educational Sites
- Our Work
- Conducting training sessions on programming and generative AI for educators across the country, while partnering with schools and local communities to implement hands-on digital making programs.
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Helps - Funding will be used to run training sessions and workshops led by instructors with specialized expertise, develop new curricula, provide direct classroom support, and strengthen collaborative initiatives with local governments.
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Providing Opportunities for Local Children
- Our Work
- Operating community spaces where local children can explore their creativity through hands-on digital making.
- How Your
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Helps - Purchasing digital equipment and funding immersive learning experiences led by external experts.
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Building a Strong Organizational Foundation
- Our Work
- Strengthening our organizational and operational management systems to ensure our activities and support are delivered stably and sustainably over the long term.
- How Your
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Helps - Funding will be used to build a foundation of highly transparent financial reporting, robust corporate governance, top-tier information security, and proactive risk management systems.
FAQ
- How will my donation be used?
- Every donation is carefully utilized to support our activities toward realizing our vision: “Fostering a society where anyone can create”. Please see the “How Your Donation Helps” section on this page for more details. We maintain full transparency regarding the use of your gifts by publishing detailed financial and activity reports. Our latest reports are available in the IR section of our website.
- Can I cancel or change my monthly or annual donation at any time?
- Yes, you can cancel or change your monthly or annual donation at any time, as long as the request is made by the day before your next scheduled payment date. Please note that due to administrative processing times, we cannot cancel or change a payment on the day it is scheduled to be processed. Thank you for your kind understanding.
- Are donations to Code for Everyone tax-deductible?
- Currently, donations to our organization are not tax-deductible. We are actively working toward obtaining “Certified NPO” status. Receiving this certification will qualify your donations for tax incentives and establish a strong foundation for sustained support from a wider community. To qualify as a Certified NPO, we need to receive a minimum contribution from at least 100 supporters annually. If you believe in our mission at Code for Everyone, we would be deeply grateful for your support through a donation.
- Is there a difference between donating through Benevity and donating directly via your official website?
- Benevity is a corporate social responsibility and employee giving platform available to employees whose companies have adopted the service. Through Benevity, you can support us by leveraging your company’s workplace giving programs, such as matching gifts (where your employer matches a portion or all of your donation) or volunteer grants (donations earned based on your volunteer hours). *Please check your company’s specific giving policy for details.
- Can I make a donation using payment methods other than a credit card?
- Yes, for one-time donations, we accept bank transfers and postal transfers. We offer a variety of ways to give, allowing you to support our mission in the way that best fits your preferences. *Please note that recurring monthly or annual donations can only be made via credit card.
- Can we support your organization as a corporate donor?
- Yes, absolutely. We welcome partnerships with corporations and organizations through grants, donations, and collaborative initiatives. We currently partner with businesses on a wide range of programs, including project-specific grants, employee volunteer programs, and cause-related marketing products. We are also happy to customize a partnership tailored specifically to your organization’s CSR and sustainability goals. Please get in touch with us via our contact form to discuss how we can build the future together.
- How can I stay updated on your activities and impact after making a donation?
- We share updates regularly through the following four primary channels:
- Annual Impact Reports
- Activity Stories & Articles featured in our online magazine
- Latest News Updates published on our official website
- Exclusive Supporter Events held occasionally
MESSAGE
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