Social Contribution
Basic Stance
Based on our Corporate Philosophy of "the company will promote corporate growth while fulfilling the following responsibilities as a good corporate citizen," we will contribute to the creation of a pleasant society as a member of the local community, while enhancing our social value through contributions toward social value.
Highlights of Initiatives in Fiscal 2026
Social contribution activities with a sense of togetherness, through collaboration across the Toyota group
By conducting collaborative activities with NPOs and various community groups centered on cooperation with the Toyota group, we have been able to expand our network and make an even greater contribution.
●Clothing collection activities to support regions outside Japan
Out of a desire to help those suffering from clothing shortages around the world, we collect clothing and raise funds for shipping costs, and make donations to African, Middle Eastern and Asian countries through NPOs. In fiscal 2026, we carried out activities on three occasions, with a cumulative total of 277 volunteers participating in tasks such as providing guidance to clothing donors and receiving donations. We collected and donated 497 cardboard boxes (approximately 7.6 tons) of clothing.
Collaboration with Toyota group (Kariya City and Toyota City, Aichi Prefecture)
Collaboration within Toyota Boshoku group (Ichinomiya City, Aichi Prefecture)
●Toyota Group Boccia tournament in cooperation with an NPO
We participated in a boccia tournament in collaboration with a non-profit organization (Special Olympics Nippon, Aichi) which supports sports for people with intellectual disabilities.
Four Core Areas of Our Social Contribution Activities
The Toyota Boshoku group strives to make a contribution to society, with active member participation as the driving force behind our activities in four core areas, namely activities with local communities, environmental preservation activities, fostering youth through education, and contributing to disaster recovery assistance, aimed at meeting the expectations of stakeholders.
Activities with Local Communities
The Toyota Boshoku group carries out community outreach activities, primarily in the regions where we have business sites. For example, we are promoting activities that contribute to solving social issues through initiatives such as environmental cleanup campaigns, interactions with local welfare organizations, and blood donation events. In fiscal 2026, we continued to work with around 1,200 organizations in 18 different countries.
Community service activities such as grass mowing and picking up trash
As part of our contribution to the local community and environmental protection, we regularly conduct environmental beautification activities such as grass mowing and picking up trash.
Exchange activities with the local community by Manager's Society
Toyota Boshoku has "Manager's Society"* for each job position, which carry out voluntary activities. Along with mutual cooperation among the association members through horizontal connections that go beyond their divisions, we are conducting various activities both inside and outside the company, while building strong interpersonal relationships.
- Division General Manager's Society, Department General Manager‘s Society, Senior Specialist‘s Society, Chief Leader's Society, Group Leader's Society, Team Leader's Society
Visiting a rehabilitation facility for children with autism
Members visited a local rehabilitation facility for children with autism, dressing up as Santa Claus and giving Christmas presents to the children (Tianjin Toyota Boshoku).
Food drives
In association with Toyota City, we ran a food drive to donate surplus household foodstuffs to welfare organizations and other important organizations. This drive provided assistance to people struggling to afford food, while simultaneously contributing to a reduction in food loss.
Blood donation events
In fiscal 2026, we held 11 annual blood donation events in Japan.
We will continue to cooperate in blood donations in fiscal 2027 and beyond to save as many lives as possible.
Environmental Preservation Activities
Toyota Boshoku group takes a serious approach to global warming, waste generation, as well as other related issues, and we contribute toward environmental preservation through initiatives such as tree planting and environmental cleanup activities. As a result of our tree planting activities, we planted 73,700 trees in 16 countries and regions.
Forestation activities in Japan
Members of Toyota Boshoku and Japanese affiliates, and their families, contribute to global environmental conservation through ongoing forest maintenance activities such as weeding, pruning, and tree thinning, as well as tree planting (4 times/year). These forestation activities in Japan were recognized as part of our ongoing social contribution efforts in the environmental field, and we received the Environmental Contribution Award at the 5th Automobile/Car, Culture, Society & Partnership Awards.*
- An award program that recognizes contributions to society, culture, and the environment through the automotive industry
Global tree planting activities
Through tree planting activities, we are promoting the conservation of forest resources and the prevention of global warming also outside of Japan.
We promoted the creation of a lush, green environment for students and local residents (Toyota Boshoku South Africa)
Coastal cleanup activities
Since fiscal 2008, we have been continuously conducting coastal cleanup activities. Through our activities, we are contributing to the maintenance of beautiful scenery and safe seashores.
Fostering Youth through Education
We support the wholesome growth of young people who will lead the next generation through such initiatives as our manufacturing experience program, as well as our Sports Clinic and other sports initiatives.
Oka KOBA Project activities
We are participating in the Oka KOBA Project activities organized by Toyota City. Together with children, we imagine the mobility of the future, and at the same time as gaining knowledge and learning about technology and skills, the children hear from us about the appeal of manufacturing and the joy of giving shape to their dreams.
We have participated continuously since fiscal 2005 (formerly Why Manufacturing? Project, Car Manufacturing Research Project).
Craft class using wood from forest thinnings
We hold craft classes to make benches and other items from wood, with the aim of conveying to local children the warmth of wood and the joy of manufacturing.
Kids basketball classes (Women's Basketball Team)
Current and former players from the Toyota Boshoku Sunshine Rabbits (a team in the Women's Japan Basketball League) participate in Kariya City's Kids basketball classes as instructors, playing and practicing with local children.
Rowing lessons in Ishikawa Prefecture (Rowing Team)
We held rowing lessons in Tsubata-machi, Ishikawa Prefecture, which has been the host for the All-Japan Rowing Championships and training camps prior to the Japan Games. We held joint practice sessions and discussion with junior and senior high school students from Ishikawa Prefecture, who gave their all despite the lingering effects of the earthquake.
Long-distance record meet (Long Distance Team)
Every September, the Long Distance Team hosts a Fun Run event for preschoolers, elementary and junior high school students in Kariya City together with company members. The event aims to share the joy of running while raising awareness of the Toyota Boshoku Long Distance Team.
Through these activities, they aim to become a team that is supported by everyone in the community. In addition, in March, we hold the Toyota Boshoku Record Challenge as an officially recognized competition. At the competition, athletes serve as pacemakers and focus on improving participants' records and promoting athletics.
Handball class (Handball Team)
We held a handball class for elementary school students (grades 1–6) in the town of Yoshinogari in the Kanzaki district of Saga Prefecture. For many of the children, this was their first time trying handball, so it was a good opportunity for them to discover the appeal of the sport. Through the game, the participants were able to learn the basic movements of handball and experience the joy of sports.
TB SPORTS (Company Sports Club) activities
Contributing to Disaster Recovery Assistance
We work to ensure that in the event of a natural disaster, we can provide swift and effective assistance to the recovery effort.
Training of disaster volunteer coordinators
Since fiscal 2021, we have been training disaster volunteer coordinators to support the recovery of areas affected by earthquakes, windstorms, floods and other disasters.
We also conduct regular drills with local governments to ensure that we can provide prompt assistance in the event of an emergency.
Noto Peninsula Earthquake disaster area recovery support activities
On January 1, 2024, an earthquake struck the Noto region of Ishikawa Prefecture.
Even now, two years later, there are still many communities in need of assistance, and we continue to carry out relief efforts.
In addition, we continue to conduct activities including supporting the marketing of local specialty products.
Volunteers helped to clean up a house left untouched due to long-term evacuation following the disaster
