Helping the Homeless Stay In Touch

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Helping the Homeless Stay In Touch

By Justin Cross City of Westminster Create

Helping the Homeless Stay In Touch

By Justin Cross

Developing an NFC payment system for Big Issue sellers and the homeless in Central London.

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Developing an NFC payment system for Big Issue sellers and the homeless in Central London.

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A problem I encounter everyday is because of contactless payments I don't seem to carry physical money anymore meaning when I meet and speak with Big Issue sellers I can never buy their magazine / donate. With developments in NFC technology and increasing online banking focus I see a missed opportunity to combine these two technologies. Through a licensed Big Issue app (or charity app) I should be able to pay a Big Issue seller direct into their very own bank account.

What we'll deliver:

Convince the CEOs of major charities (e.g. Big Issue) to adopt the technology
Build a prototype Charity / Big Issue app (IOS / Android)
Develop and test NFC tech options

Why it's a great idea:

The number of homeless people on the streets of Central London are steadily increasing. It is a social issue that we all should address. We should also be using latest tech developments to support those who are in need and would benefit more. Tech for all, not just the lucky.

Steps to get it done:

secure online banking partner
identify and Develop NFC technology
research and source vests

This tech is already being trialled in som contries, why not England? https://www.nfcworld.com/2017/01/04/349232/homeless-people-trial-contactless-payments-jacket-charity-donations/

Location City of Westminster

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4 people liked Helping the Homeless Stay In Touch6 years ago

Helping the Homeless Stay In Touch joined: Make London 6 years ago

Supporting community-led projects to help your local area recover from the COVID-19 crisis

Helping the Homeless Stay In Touch launched!6 years ago

How will the money be spent?Total £44,266

Costs Breakdown

This shows how money raised for the project will be spent. Before entering fundraising these costs will be confirmed by the project's Delivery Manager and verified by the verifier.

68%

NFC development

£30,000

23%

Bank partnership

£10,000

10%

Other

£4,266

Spacehive fees

£2,000
Transaction Fees

£1,866
VAT

£400

Total £44,266

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