Knights In White Lycra (KIWL) is a Japan-based fundraising group of people from diverse backgrounds who get fit and give back through sporting events. This year, KIWL has chosen to support NPO Mirai no Mori as its charity partner. Mirai no Mori empowers abused, neglected, and orphaned children in Japan through life-changing outdoor programs. Through its annual four-day cycle ride, KIWL raises funds to help marginalized youth build confidence, resilience, and skills to pursue their dreams.
In principle, children living in care must leave care homes at age 18, upon graduating from high school, and begin living independently. Due to limited opportunities for experiential learning within the current child welfare system, many are unprepared for this sudden transition. As a result, they often feel overwhelmed by challenges such as managing finances, balancing work and study, forming relationships, facing social prejudice, and coping with the stress of living alone.
Mirai no Mori programs equip children with essential life skills needed for independence, including resilience, problem-solving, and communication. In a unique and supportive environment, children are encouraged to think and act for themselves, step beyond familiar roles, and discover their own abilities and potential. Failure is treated as part of learning, giving children the confidence to reflect, try again, and continue growing.
Mirai no Mori provides unique learning opportunities through multi-day residential camps and monthly day programs that support continuous experiential learning. Our age-based curriculum allows children to learn at their own pace, welcoming campers ages 5-15, Leaders in Training ages 16-18, and graduates 18 and above. With your support, children discover new possibilities, build confidence, and move toward self-actualization and a flourishing future.
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