Hawaii.
Our Story
The Origins of Project Lono
Dedicated to the Community
Founded on Hawaiian values with the goal of uplifting the community, Project Lono aims to revolutionize aid distribution for faster, more efficient relief. Here at Project Lono, we understand that donated resources are misallocated far too often—some organizations receive excess, while others struggle to meet basic needs. This ultimately leads to unused donations and wasteful practices. To bridge this gap, Project Lono focuses on supporting homeless shelters, underfunded schools, and regions impacted by natural disasters. Our vision for the platform is to provide a one-stop-shop for donors and volunteers seeking impactful organizations and organizations seeking critical funding. Our innovative registry system, enhanced by AI-driven functionality, streamlines the donation process by intelligently matching donors with organizations in need and organizations with funding resources. This approach maximizes the impact of each contribution, ensuring resources reach the communities that need them most.
Our Approach
For Donors
Option
01
Find an Organization
Use our tailored registry system to find impactful organizations that resonate with you. Click on a registry posting to learn more about the organization, their current donation needs, and whether they accept volunteers.
Option
02
Ask Lono
Use our internal AI chatbot, Ask Lono, to find relevant information on any of the organizations in our database, including organizations nearby that are requesting supplies you already have or volunteer work on days you are free.
For Organizations
Step
01
Create a Registry
Compile a list of specific items needed. Be sure to include the quantity requested and the priority associated with each item.
Step
02
Tell us More
Provide general information about the organization including location, operating hours, mission statement, a short description of what the organization does, and whether the organization accepts volunteers.
Step
03
Send/Update Your Registry
Send us your registry of items needed and the relevant information about your organization. After reviewing the information, we will publish it in our system. As donations are received and needs are met, feel free to send us an updated registry at any time.