Ministry and outreach
Supporting mission, discipleship, and service in real local contexts.
Giving & Payments
Support the mission or make a payment.
YWAM Sendai depends on God’s provision through the generosity of churches, individuals, families, and partners. This page is also used for school-related payments and other approved transfers.
If you are unsure which method to use, please contact the finance team before sending money.
Quick Guide
What this page is for
This page is for donations, project support, school-related payments, and other approved transfers using YWAM Sendai’s current payment methods.
Why Giving Matters
Financial partnership helps sustain the life and mission of the community
Giving helps support ministry, training, hospitality, practical operations, and long-term service in Sendai and the wider Tohoku region.
Training and community life
Helping sustain schools, hospitality, and shared rhythms of life together.
Long-term presence
Supporting faithful service in Sendai and the wider Tohoku region.
What can this page be used for?
Giving, project support, and practical payments
General donations
Support the wider life and mission of YWAM Sendai.
Project support
Support specific projects or needs where applicable.
School-related payments
Use approved methods for tuition or other school-related costs.
One-time or recurring giving
Depending on the method, one-time and repeat support may be possible.
Which payment method should I use?
Choose the method that fits your location and situation
The best payment method depends on whether you are sending money from outside Japan, within Japan, or by card.
If you are outside Japan
- Best option: Wise
- Backup options: Stripe or PayPal
- Do not use direct international wire transfer
If you are in Japan
- Best option: Domestic bank transfer
- Backup options: Stripe or PayPal
- Some school-related costs may need to be paid in cash in Japan
Payment Methods
Approved ways to send money
Wise
Recommended for international payments. Usually the most cost-effective option.
Domestic bank transfer
The normal method for payments sent within Japan.
Stripe
A credit card option available as a backup method when needed.
Open StripePayPal
A backup option for payments or donations when other methods are not possible.
Open PayPalWise is recommended for international payments. Domestic bank transfer is usually best within Japan. Stripe and PayPal are available as backup options, but fees may be higher.
Bank Details
Use the correct account for your transfer
The correct account depends on whether you are sending money through Wise from outside Japan or making a domestic transfer within Japan.
GMO Aozora Net Bank
Use for Wise transfers from outside Japan, or domestic transfers within Japan if preferred.
- Bank Name: GMO Aozora Net Bank
- Bank Code: 0310
- Branch Name: Houjin
- Branch Code: 101
- Account Type: Savings / Futsuu
- Account Number: 2042380
- Account Name: セカイセイネンセンキョウカイ
Japan Post Bank
Use for domestic transfers within Japan.
- Bank Name: Japan Post Bank (ゆうちょ銀行)
- Symbol (Kigo): 10140
- Number (Bango): 65305041
- Account Name: セカイセイネンセンキョウカイ
If you are sending money through Wise from outside Japan, use the GMO Aozora Net Bank account only. If you are unsure which account to use, contact finance@ywamsendai.org before sending money.
After Sending a Payment
Please notify the finance team
After making a payment or transfer, please notify YWAM Sendai so the finance team can identify and process it correctly.
Send confirmation
Email the finance team after sending your payment or donation.
Use the right method
Check the current instructions carefully before sending money.
Ask if unsure
If you are unsure how your gift or payment should be directed, contact finance first.
Need Help?
Questions about giving or payments?
If you are unsure which method to use, need help with bank details, or want to confirm how a gift or payment should be directed, please contact the finance team.