GEEV is a mobile application that facilitates the donation of unused items and surplus food between individuals, utilizing geolocation technology to connect users with nearby listings. By redistributing goods, GEEV reduces waste and promotes sustainability, having enabled over 25 million donations and avoided 180,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions.
Funding
$12.2M raised to dateRaised to date based on public sources. This may differ from the amount the company actually raised and is based only on what is publicly available on the internet.
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Problem
In today's consumer culture, many usable items end up discarded, contributing to environmental waste and lost resources. Individuals often lack a convenient platform to redistribute unwanted goods to those who need them.
Solution
GEEV provides a mobile application that connects individuals for the purpose of donating and receiving unwanted items and surplus food. Utilizing geolocation, the app enables users to easily list items they wish to give away and find nearby listings of items they need. By facilitating the free exchange of goods, GEEV reduces waste, promotes a circular economy, and fosters a sense of community among users. The platform streamlines the donation process, making it simple for people to give a second life to items that would otherwise be discarded.
Target Audience
The primary users are individuals looking to declutter their homes and give away unwanted items, as well as those seeking to acquire free goods and reduce their consumption of new products.
Features
- Geolocation-based listings to connect users with nearby donation opportunities
- In-app messaging for direct communication between donors and recipients
- Categorized listings for easy browsing of available items, including furniture, home goods, electronics, and food
- Push notifications for alerts on new listings and messages
- User profiles with donation history, reviews, and badges
- Option to "boost" listings for increased visibility
- Simplified appointment scheduling directly within the messaging interface