Connect
Connect helps non-profit employees improve their food procurement process by providing efficient pick-up scheduling and increasing communication with neighboring non-profits.
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53.6 million people
Which is 17% of the US population, live in food deserts.
USDA
1 million people
In Indiana alone, live in rural and urban food deserts.
IUPUI Polis Center
One in five residents
Living in Indianapolis are located in a food desert.
IUPUI Polis Center
Challenges faced by users
Logistical Coordination
Difficulties in coordinating schedules with donors (grocery stores, food banks, etc.) and managing logistics efficiently.
Communication Issues
Challenges in communication between the non-profit and donor entities which lead to missed pickups or inefficient resource allocation.
Resource Limitations
Limitations in available transportation and human resources to manage pickups and deliveries.
Technological Barriers
Lack of or outdated technology to track inventory, schedule pickups, and communicate changes in real-time.
How might we develop a user-friendly scheduling system to automate and optimize pickup processes for non-profits?
Introducing connect, a platform for nonprofits for scheduling pick-ups of food and communicating with neighboring organizations
Enhanced Resource Sharing and Communication Network for Non-Profits
Non-profit leaders can efficiently request resources from neighboring organizations, fostering enhanced communication and establishing a robust network. This design streamlines resource sharing and strengthens inter-organizational connections.
Impact made
Reducing workload by 40%
The application empowers non-profit leaders to schedule pick-ups with a single click, eliminating 100% of the manual work required for logistics. This innovation significantly reduces workload by streamlining logistical operations.
Uniting 11 Non-Profits in Central Indiana
The application pioneers a communication network connecting non-profits in Central Indiana, previously nonexistent. This breakthrough unites 11 organizations, fostering collaboration and amplifying community impact exponentially.
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