Shelp is a peer-to-peer marketplace that connects college students for service exchanges, allowing users to post requests and receive responses from local student helpers in real-time. This platform addresses the need for accessible, on-demand support for academic and personal tasks, enabling students to earn money while fostering community engagement.
Funding
Funding not disclosed
Founders
Product
Problem
College students often need help with various tasks, ranging from academic support to everyday errands, but finding reliable and affordable assistance can be challenging. Existing solutions are often fragmented, lack peer-to-peer connection, and may not cater specifically to the unique needs of the student community.
Solution
Shelp is a mobile platform that directly connects college students seeking services with other students who can provide them. The platform enables students to post requests for help with tasks such as tutoring, moving assistance, event support, or local errands, and receive responses from qualified peers in real-time. Shelp provides a convenient and secure marketplace for students to exchange services, fostering a supportive campus community while enabling students to earn income by offering their skills to others. The app streamlines the process of finding and booking assistance, ensuring quick, safe, and secure exchanges tailored to the specific needs of college students.
Target Audience
The primary target audience is college students who need assistance with academic, personal, or logistical tasks, as well as students looking for flexible earning opportunities by providing services to their peers.
Features
- Real-time posting and notification system for service requests and offers
- User profiles with skill listings and peer reviews to ensure quality and trust
- Integrated payment system for secure and seamless transactions
- Location-based matching to connect students within the same campus or local area
- Category filters for easy browsing of available services (e.g., tutoring, tech support, event help)
- Mobile app (iOS) for on-the-go access and convenience