In my role as the Project Manager for The Grub Fund, an innovative online platform, I led the development of a dynamic Web App that serves as a bridge between users, non-profit organizations (NPOs), and registered restaurants. The core concept revolves around facilitating charitable donations by channeling a percentage of user payments for food orders through our platform to registered NPOs. Simultaneously, participating restaurants contribute a percentage of their revenue to support the philanthropic initiatives.

Project Objectives:

• Charitable Donation Platform: Directed the planning and execution of a secure and user-friendly online platform designed to facilitate charitable donations. Users contribute to non-profit organizations through their food orders on The Grub Fund.
• NPO Registration and Management: Implemented a robust system for the registration and management of non-profit organizations. This included functionalities for NPOs to showcase their initiatives, track donations, and engage with the user community.
• Restaurant Partnership Program: Developed a program to onboard and manage partnerships with various restaurants. Restaurants registered with The Grub Fund contribute a percentage of their sales when users make food purchases through the platform.
• User-Friendly Payment System: Ensured a seamless and secure payment system, allowing users to make food purchases with ease while also facilitating transparent donations to registered NPOs.

Responsibilities & Approaches:

• Strategic Planning and Alignment: Formulated a comprehensive project plan, aligning the platform's development with the overarching goal of creating a seamless connection between users, restaurants, and non-profit organizations.
• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborated closely with non-profit organizations and restaurant owners to understand their needs and expectations. Incorporated feedback to enhance the platform's features and address specific requirements.
• Payment Gateway Integration: Oversaw the integration of a secure payment gateway to facilitate online transactions. Emphasized user data protection and compliance with industry standards for secure financial transactions.
• User Interface Design: Collaborated with UI/UX experts to design an intuitive and visually appealing interface. Prioritized user-friendly features to enhance the overall experience, making it easy for users to contribute to charitable causes while enjoying meals from their favorite restaurants.
• Data Analytics for Impact Assessment: Integrated data analytics tools to assess the impact of charitable donations. Provided insights to users, NPOs, and restaurants regarding the collective impact of their contributions.
• Quality Assurance and Testing: Implemented rigorous testing processes to ensure the platform's functionality, security, and usability. Conducted thorough testing of the payment system, user registration, and donation tracking features.

Conclusion:

Deliverables included a fully functional and impactful Grub Fund Web App, facilitating a seamless connection between users, restaurants, and non-profit organizations. This project exemplified strategic planning, stakeholder collaboration, and technological innovation in creating a platform that combines dining experiences with philanthropy, fostering a sense of community and social responsibility.