Hiya Product Hunt - I'm excited to share Project 501 with you all! Project 501 matches non-profit organizations with talented professionals who want to donate their skills.
I'm fascinated by the gig economy and the freedom and flexibility that it offers to so many people. It's easier than ever for professionals to work when and where they want, and work is shifting towards shorter, outcome/project-based engagements. This applies to not just how we work, but how we give as well.
Skill-based volunteering gigs offer high-leverage opportunities for people to help an organization and make an impact. It allows us to do some good by doing what we do best, and what we love to do. Skill-based volunteering gigs adds to the value of the gig economy by helping us further refine our skills, exposing us to new challenges, and building out our portfolios of meaningful experiences.
Continue to donate money to organizations in need, and stay involved in your local community, but consider volunteering your skills as well. Project501.com is live and ready for volunteers (and organizations!) to sign up.
There's still some rough edges in the experience, and a healthy backlog of things that need to be built. I'm looking forward to hearing everyone's feedback!
Recidex