Feed The World for (almost) Free, Forever
Millions of people around the world lack the basic requirements of life: food, water, medicine and shelter. Our plan is to:
* Recycle household plastic trash
* Build greenhouses
* Grow food
* Feed the hungry
About You
Section 1: About You
First Name
Randall
Last Name
Putala
Organization
World Hunger Team, Inc.
Country
United States
Section 2: About Your Organization
Organization Name
World Hunger Team
Organization Website
Organization Phone
615-834-9555
Organization Address
5010 Linbar Drive, Suite 130, Nashville, TN 37211
Is your organization a
Non‐profit/NGO/citizen sector organization
Organization Country
United States
Your idea
Name Your Project
Feed The World for (almost) Free, Forever
Country your work focuses on
Describe Your Idea
Millions of people around the world lack the basic requirements of life: food, water, medicine and shelter. Our plan is to:
* Recycle household plastic trash
* Build greenhouses
* Grow food
* Feed the hungry
Website URL
Innovation
What makes your idea unique?
We involve people from all walks of life to work toward a common goal: ending world hunger. We use plastic trash, which has no cost, and use it to do remarkable things in the world.
Do you have a patent for this idea?
No
Impact
This Entry is about (Issues)
What impact have you had?
WHT is in its startup phase; we have published our position statement book and are now soliciting funds from major foundations and corporations. We are also enlisting the help and cooperation of major charities around the world.
Problem
People are dying for lack of a single tomato, cucumber or other vegetable. We can help change that.
Actions
We are bringing together corporations, foundations, plant and herb experts, as well as universities, governments and community organizations and everyday people in a common goal: to solve world hunger.
Results
We are a start-up. As such, we are just beginning our efforts.
What will it take for your project to be successful over the next three years? Please address each year separately, if possible.
We need funding as well as a staff to begin our operations. We are in negotiations with existing organizations to begin our efforts.
What would prevent your project from being a success?
Failure of key experts to donate their time and knowledge.
How many people will your project serve annually?
More than 10,000
What is the average monthly household income in your target community, in US Dollars?
Less than $50
Does your project seek to have an impact on public policy?
No
Sustainability
What stage is your project in?
Operating for less than a year
In what country?
United States
Is your initiative connected to an established organization?
Yes
If yes, provide organization name.
World Hunger Team, Inc.
How long has this organization been operating?
Less than a year
Does your organization have a Board of Directors or an Advisory Board?
Yes
Does your organization have any non-monetary partnerships with NGOs?
No
Does your organization have any non-monetary partnerships with businesses?
Yes
Does your organization have any non-monetary partnerships with government?
No
Please tell us more about how these partnerships are critical to the success of your innovation.
We are just now enlisting cooperation with major businesses and foundations.
What are the three most important actions needed to grow your initiative or organization?
1. Cash to establish a home base of operations.
2. Full-time staff to work with volunteers and technical experts.
3. Time to network with professionals to refine our plans and roll-out blueprint.
The Story
What was the defining moment that led you to this innovation?
I've been thinking about it for over 20 years.
Tell us about the social innovator behind this idea.
Personal decision.
How did you first hear about Changemakers?
Web Search (e.g., Google or Yahoo)
If through another, please provide the name of the organization or company
 | 135 weeks agoRandall Putala updated this Competition Entry. |
| 135 weeks agoRandall Putala submitted this idea. |
