About FoodBridge AI

How FoodBridge AI Works

1. 1. Access Live Donation Listings

   Once you log in, you'll see a live dashboard of available food donations tailored to your location and needs. Each listing includes:

   • Food type and quantity
   • Expiry or best-before time
   • Pickup location with directions
   • Availability window

   The interface is designed for quick filtering and action, even in urgent situations.

2. 2. AI-Powered Matching

   Behind the scenes, our AI engine analyzes real-time factors such as:

   • Your past claim history and capacity
   • Distance from the donor
   • Urgency (based on food expiry)
   • Category preferences (e.g., cooked vs. raw, veg/non-veg)
   • Claim frequency to ensure equitable access

   Based on these, the system ranks and suggests donations most relevant to you. High-priority users (like verified shelters or community kitchens) may get early access or automatic reservations.

3. 3. Secure Claim and Pickup

   Once you request a donation:

   • You receive a secure pickup code and time slot
   • Contact details are shared (with safety protocols)
   • You may assign the pickup to a team member or volunteer

   Pickups are monitored to prevent misuse, double-booking, or no-shows.

4. 4. Track and Manage Your Activity

   Your personal dashboard provides:

   • Number of meals or items received
   • Distribution stats over time
   • Zone-based history for operational planning
   • AI insights (e.g., peak hours, most needed items in your area)

   This helps NGOs and recipients improve logistics and reduce food waste even further.

5. 5. Zero Cost, Full Transparency

   FoodBridge AI is completely free to use. There are no subscription tiers, hidden fees, or ad-based limitations. Every part of the system is designed to maximize efficiency and fairness, not profit.