Hiroshima Peace Creation Fund Creation of a system for donations

The Hiroshima Peace Creation Fund, A Public Interest Incorporated Foundation
Guide to Peace Supporter Donations

Article 1 Purpose

The guide specifies important information on the collection and use of donations (hereinafter “donations”) for the purpose of promoting peace activities and related endeavors as well as support projects conducted by the Hiroshima Peace Creation Fund (hereinafter “the Fund”), a Public Interest Incorporated Foundation.

Article 2 Definition of Donations

Donations are considered general donations as defined under Article 2-1-1 of the Donation Handling Rules (hereinafter “the Rules”) for the Fund. Donations shall be solicited from individuals and corporations (hereinafter “peace supporters”).

Article 3 Scope of Donor Solicitation

The solicitation of donations shall be conducted not only in Japan but also overseas. The Fund shall accept contributions from peace supporters who support the intention of the Fund.

Article 4 Use of Donations

At least 50% of the total amount of donations shall be used for the public interest projects defined under Article 4 of the articles of incorporation.

Article 5 Unit of Donations

There is no specified amount for donations.

Article 6 Method of Donations

Bank transfer, Using a Credit Card and direct cash contributions shall constitute the donations.

Article 7 Limitation of Acceptance

The Fund is unable to accept donations which shall or could correspond to any of the following cases:
  1. Cases where the law is violated
  2. Cases seen as hindering the performance of the Fund
  3. Cases seen as inappropriate under normal social conventions

2DIf any such cases are revealed after a donation is accepted by the Fund, the Fund must return the money in question to the donor without delay.

Article 8 Delivery of Receipt and Others

Once the acceptance of a donation has been confirmed, a receipt shall be delivered to the peace supporter upon request. Receipts can be delivered through print or electronic media.

Article 9 Disclosure of Information on Donations and Donors

In accordance with the Rules, information on donations and related matters stipulated by Article 22-5-1 of the enforcement regulations of the Law on Authorization of Public Interest Incorporated Associations and Public Interest Incorporated Foundations shall be kept in the office and made accessible to the public.
2DUpon obtaining the permission of an individual donor or a corporate donor, the name of the donor can be disclosed.

Article 10 Supplementary Rules

Necessary measures regarding the maintenance and operation of this system of donations, beyond the items specified in this guide, shall be determined by the chairperson.

Article 11 Revision and Repeal

Revision and repeal of the guide shall be the decision of the chairperson.

(Supplemental Provision)

This guide shall take effect on January 1, 2014.
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