Grains for Change
The main idea is this: develop a website that allows people to play an easy, intuitive game, and for each right answer, a small portion of food is donated to an organization that helps people in need.
About You
Section 1: About You
First Name
Scott
Last Name
Christ
Organization
Royal Oak Health and Fitness Consultants
Country
United States
Section 2: About Your Organization
Organization Name
Royal Oak Health and Fitness Consultants
Organization Website
Organization Phone
Organization Address
2305 Middlesex Ave.
Is your organization a
For‐profit
Organization Country
Your idea
Name Your Project
Grains for Change
Country your work focuses on
Describe Your Idea
The main idea is this: develop a website that allows people to play an easy, intuitive game, and for each right answer, a small portion of food is donated to an organization that helps people in need.
Website URL
http://www.grainsforchange.com (conceptual)
Innovation
What makes your idea unique?
This idea uses technology to help improve world nutrition and educate people about countries in need as well as nutrition-related topics
Do you have a patent for this idea?
No
Impact
This Entry is about (Issues)
What impact have you had?
To be perfectly honest, this idea is still in the preliminary stages and is therefore conceptual; however, the impact that it could have is tremendous.
Problem
This idea addresses the need to ensure that everyone in the world has access to proper nourishment.
Actions
1. Partner with UN World Hunger Program
2. Recruit pro-bono designers to help improve the program
3. Solicit corporate sponsors
Results
The results and a much larger-scale programs that addresses malnourishment issues in every developing country in the world.
What will it take for your project to be successful over the next three years? Please address each year separately, if possible.
It will take agreement on the part of the current UN program ambassadors, a willingness by designers, writers, and other folks to help build upon the program, and an investment by corporate sponsors, government, and other organizations. Of course it will also take a passion and commitment from the program leaders, including myself.
What would prevent your project from being a success?
A lack of funds, refusal to participate by the UN program, and a lack of commitment by volunteers.
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?
Idea phase
In what country?
United States
Is your initiative connected to an established organization?
Yes
If yes, provide organization name.
UN World Food Program
How long has this organization been operating?
More than 5 years
Does your organization have a Board of Directors or an Advisory Board?
Yes
Does your organization have any non-monetary partnerships with NGOs?
Yes
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.
The UN World Food Program already has the infrastructure in place so a partnership with this organization would be vital to the success of the program. The great part is that are "on the same page" as us Change Makers and would likely be willing to work with a group of individuals who were trying to help propel their idea forward even further.
What are the three most important actions needed to grow your initiative or organization?
1. Get the UN World Food Program on board
2. Recruit a few hardworking designers and copywriters willing to work for free
3. Market the idea as much as possible
The Story
What was the defining moment that led you to this innovation?
I have been thinking for a long time about how I could use the extensive knowledge I have gained through research, study, and education in the fields of health, nutrition, and marketing. It seems fitting that I stumbled upon this competition and I am so happy to be a part of Change Makers now.
Tell us about the social innovator behind this idea.
The credit here must be given to the UN World Food Program. It was their original idea that inspired the thinking behind this and they should be commended for their innovative and unique approach to addressing hunger and nutrition.
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 agoScott Christ updated this Competition Entry. |
| 135 weeks agoScott Christ submitted this idea. |
