In today's world, despite advancements in various sectors, food wastage and hunger persist as critical issues affecting communities worldwide. The inefficiencies in food distribution systems lead to a significant portion of edible food being wasted, while millions continue to suffer from hunger. This not only waste precious resources but also worsen environmental degradation through unnecessary production and disposal. Restaurants, events, and even individuals sometimes end up with more food than they can use, and instead of sharing it with those who need it, it just gets thrown away. This waste is not only bad for the environment but also means that people who could benefit from that food miss out.
Anndaata Connect, a platform that facilitates the efficient redistribution of surplus food by connecting the dots between surplus food and those who need it most to ensure that no edible food goes to waste. By using technology to create a platform where restaurants, event organizers, and individuals can easily donate their excess food, we can ensure that it goes to people who would otherwise go hungry. This not only reduces food waste but also helps to alleviate hunger.
Check out the live demo of the platform Anndaata Connect
To get started with Anndaata Connect , you'll need to install Node.js and npm on your machine. Then, you can clone this repository and install the dependencies:
- Fork The Repo
you can do this by clicking on the green coloured fork button
- Clone your forked repo
$ git clone https://github.com/your-username/Anndaata-Connect.git
- Go to directory
cd Anndaata-Connect
- Install Dependencies
npm install
- Start LocalHost Server
npm start
This will start the development server on http://localhost:3000/.
- Surplus food listing for easy donation management.
- NGO profile creation for specific food requests.
- Secure user authentication and authorization.
- Scalable infrastructure with Firebase services.
- Customizable and extensible platform design.
Our project aligns with several United Nations Sustainable Development Goals, including:
- The future of "Anndaata Connect" involves implementing a machine learning model to automatically match donors and recipients based on factors such as location, food type, and need. This will streamline the process and ensure the best possible matches, enhancing efficiency and effectiveness.
- In addition to ML integration, expanding our solution to reach a larger audience involves strategic partnerships with more restaurants, event hosts, and NGOs across Delhi. Collaborations with government agencies, community organizations, and corporate sponsors can also broaden our reach and impact.
- We also plan to continue improving our platform's functionality and user experience based on feedback from our users.
Pull requests are welcome. For major changes, please open an issue first to discuss what you would like to change.
Please make sure to update tests as appropriate.