Saved by the Plate Inc.
Founded by Shay Bouchles · New York, New York · Sustainability · Pre-revenue
Saved by the Plate Inc. is a non-profit that educates you about the ways to make your diet and lifestyle more sustainable - through eating locally and seasonally - supporting your local food system and also teaching you how to grow your own food sustainably.
Saved by the Plate Inc. is dedicated to educating the community about localizing their food systems. The organization promotes participation in local food networks—such as community gardens, farms, farmers markets, community fridges, food banks, and local businesses—and teaches individuals how to grow their own food. Through hands-on workshops, community gardening projects, and educational events, Saved by the Plate empowers people to engage with sustainable, localized food systems and fosters food sovereignty, environmental stewardship, and community resilience. Target Geography: Our activities are centered around local communities where the park spaces people use are located. These accessible public park areas serve as hubs for programming, making the target geography the surrounding neighborhoods or municipalities served by those parks. In other words, our focus is on engaging community members within the immediate local area who can directly participate in and benefit from our education and food localization efforts.
Saved by the Plate Inc. aims to create meaningful social impact both at the local community level and in alignment with global frameworks like the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Here are the key areas of social impact your organization would focus on: Local Social Impact: Increased Food Sovereignty: Empower individuals and communities to take control of their food sources by participating in local food systems and growing their own food. Reduced Food Insecurity: Enhance access to fresh, nutritious, and culturally relevant food through education and community partnerships. Stronger Community Connections: Build networks of support around shared food practices, fostering community cohesion and resilience. Environmental Stewardship: Promote sustainable growing practices and reduce food waste by encouraging local sourcing and home gardening. Alignment with UN Sustainable Development Goals: Goal 2: Zero Hunger: By improving access to local, nutritious food and supporting community food production, the organization contributes to ending hunger and achieving food security. Goal 3: Good Health and Well-being: Access to healthy, fresh food supports better nutrition and overall well-being. Goal 11: Sustainable Cities and Communities: Encouraging local food systems strengthens sustainable urban and rural communities. Goal 12: Responsible Consumption and Production: Promoting local sourcing and minimizing food waste aligns with sustainable consumption patterns. Goal 13: Climate Action: Supporting localized food systems can reduce food transportation emissions and promote climate-resilient agricultural practices. Through these impacts, Saved by the Plate Inc. contributes to building healthier, more equitable, and sustainable food environments both locally and as part of a broader global effort.
What they need right now
Honestly, I would love to find someone that knows how to code - like a full stack developer - that I could bring into the non-profit. While I can't pay them now given I do not have any funding, getting the MVP finished is going to be key towards generating revenue since part of my business model is revenue generation from the freemium subscription model on the website.