The startup has developed a mobile application that connects donors directly with individuals experiencing homelessness, ensuring that donations are allocated according to specified guidelines for transparency. This platform addresses the challenge of inefficient charitable giving by enabling targeted support that fosters sustainable outcomes for the homeless community.
Funding
$290K 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
Traditional methods of donating to individuals experiencing homelessness often lack transparency, making it difficult for donors to ensure their contributions are used effectively and responsibly. Many people are hesitant to give cash due to concerns about misuse or lack of accountability.
Solution
Unify Giving offers a mobile application that directly connects donors with individuals experiencing homelessness through a network of registered charity partners. These partners create profiles for beneficiaries and provide them with restricted-use payment cards. Donors can contribute funds via the app, either by tapping a card directly or by donating to a specific location, with funds distributed equitably among the registered beneficiaries in that area. The platform ensures transparency by tracking how donations are spent, restricting purchases to essential goods and services, and providing donors with impact reports.
Target Audience
The primary target audience includes individual donors who want a transparent and accountable way to support individuals experiencing homelessness, as well as charity organizations seeking a digital solution for managing and distributing donations.
Features
- Contactless donation via direct card tap or in-app location-based giving
- Restricted-use payment cards prevent cash withdrawals, gambling, and alcohol purchases
- Transparent tracking of donation allocation and spending habits
- Impact reports for donors, illustrating the effect of their contributions
- Partnerships with registered charities to verify and support beneficiaries
- Uni-Profiles for each beneficiary, managed by charity partners
- Secure payment processing with clear breakdown of operational fees