ReKindle

Inspiration

Most donations to centers are wasted. Users don't know what they can donate and where it's needed.

What it does

ReKindle quality checks items, finds the right location, and rewards users for their effort. This ensures all donated items can actually be used, reducing sorting time and preventing items from ending up in the trash.

How we built it

An expo app that uses Gemini to quality check items and find locations in need. react-native-maps (apple maps) directs users to the right location. Supabase stores data like previous user donations and current item categories in need at certain locations.

Challenges we ran into

Location mapping, image recognition, integrating stored data with front-end design

Accomplishments that we're proud of

We built an app that efficiently addresses our main problem

What we learned

Better communication, clear design essential

What's next for ReKindle

Partnering with more organizations, simple expansion to users

Built With

• claude
• expo.io
• gemini
• supabase
• typescript