Kenya - Startup under 3 years old

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One Kitty empowers communities by facilitating transparent fundraising for disaster relief, events, and group initiatives. Our platform supports financial education and independence, offering expense tracking and analysis tools to help youth manage and sa

01.01 Décrivez votre startup en détail

One Kitty is a pioneering fundraising platform dedicated to empowering communities during disasters and fostering financial independence. Recently, we played a crucial role during Kenya's devastating floods, raising funds for impactful NGOs. During Ramadan, we supported the less fortunate by contributing to Islamic groups in various mosques. We are developing modules focused on financial management and independence, including expense tracking and smart analysis tools for youth to manage and save money effectively. Our platform has supported numerous initiatives, such as fundraising for bright students' school fees. We actively engage with colleges like Multimedia University to educate students on financial independence and savings. Our team includes: Amos Ahindukha, CEO (IT Graduate) Danche Ng'ang'a, CTO (IT Graduate) Shem Maina, COO (MBA in Strategic Management) Elias Kemboi, Junior Developer (IT Graduate) Ivy Maina, Junior Developer Targeting organized groups for self-development,

01.02 Quel est le problème principal que vous essayez de résoudre ?

The main problem One Kitty aims to solve is the lack of efficient and transparent fundraising mechanisms during emergencies and for community-driven initiatives. Traditional fundraising methods often suffer from inefficiencies, lack of transparency, and limited reach. This is especially critical during disasters, such as the recent floods in Kenya, where timely and effective support is crucial. Additionally, there is a significant need for financial education and management tools to help youth achieve financial independence. Many young people struggle with managing their finances, leading to poor saving habits and financial instability. One Kitty addresses these issues by providing a robust platform for secure, transparent, and efficient fundraising. Our application facilitates contributions to impactful NGOs during disasters and supports organized groups for community initiatives. We also offer financial management modules, including expense tracking and smart analysis tools

01.03 Dites-nous quels sont les principaux avantages et/ou bénéfices de l'utilisation du produit/service fourni par votre startup (au moins 3).

One Kitty offers several major benefits: Efficient and Transparent Fundraising: One Kitty provides a secure and transparent platform for raising funds during emergencies and community initiatives. By facilitating direct contributions and partnering with reliable NGOs, we ensure that funds reach those in need quickly and efficiently. Financial Management Tools: Our application includes modules for expense tracking and smart financial analysis, empowering users, especially the youth, to manage their finances better. These tools promote saving habits and financial stability, fostering financial independence. Educational Outreach and Community Engagement: One Kitty actively engages with educational institutions and community groups to promote financial literacy and independence. Our workshops and forums provide essential knowledge and skills for managing personal finances and making informed financial decisions.

01.04 Veuillez décrire précisément à qui s'adresse le produit/service de votre startup. Quels sont les bénéficiaires visés ?

Disaster-Affected Communities: We provide timely and effective fundraising support for communities impacted by disasters, such as floods, by partnering with powerful NGOs to ensure aid reaches those in need. Religious and Charitable Groups: We support fundraising efforts for religious groups and charitable organizations, such as campaigns during Ramadan to assist the less fortunate. Youth and Students: Our financial management tools, including expense tracking and smart analysis, are designed to help young people and students develop good financial habits, achieve financial independence, and manage their finances effectively. Educational Institutions: We engage with colleges and universities to educate students about financial literacy, saving, and financial independence through workshops and forums. Community Development Groups: We assist groups focused on self-development, poverty eradication, and o

01.05 Quand votre entreprise a-t-elle été créée ?

15/02/2024

01.06 Vendez-vous déjà votre produit/service ?

Oui

01.07 Combien y a-t-il de propriétaires de votre entreprise en plus de vous ?

2

01.08 Parmi les autres propriétaires, combien sont des femmes ?

0

01.09 Veuillez décrire le profil des autres propriétaires de votre startup (compétences, expérience, etc.).

Amos Ahindukha, CEO: An Information Technology graduate with a strong background in tech leadership and project management. Amos drives the strategic vision of One Kitty, ensuring alignment with our mission of financial inclusion and community support. Danche Ng'ang'a, CTO: Also an Information Technology graduate, Danche oversees the technological development of the platform. With expertise in software development and system architecture, he ensures One Kitty is robust, secure, and user-friendly. Shem Maina, COO: Shem holds an MBA in Strategic Management, bringing valuable expertise in operational efficiency and business strategy. He focuses on optimizing our processes, partnerships, and overall operational performance.

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01.11 Quel est le secteur d'activité qui décrit le mieux votre entreprise ?

Services financiers

02.01.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Pas de pauvreté'

7 - tout à fait d'accord

02.01.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

My startup focuses on financial education and analysis. Mismanagement of funds is one of the greatest causes of poverty in my society. Also we facilitate raising of funds through organized groups, NGOs etc. That way we solicit funds that are eventually remitted to the disadvantaged helping eradicate poverty. My startup has also employed various young vibrant developers both as junior developers and interns. Apat from paying them, we also empower them with technical skills education and also financila knowledge.

02.02.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Faim Zéro'

5

02.02.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Most of the fundraises we facilitate address issues such as povery, displacement in the society which to some extend are the major causes of hunger and starvation. Some contributions like the ramadan contributions were majorly for allowing access to food materials to the less fortunate

02.03.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Bonne Santé et Bien Être'

4

02.03.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.04.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Éducation de Qualité'

5

02.04.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

We offer training to the organized groups in our onekitty community about financial independence and stability. We offer free training to our team of developers both on technical skills, financial independence an management and most important leadership skills. Some of the major contributions one kitty has handled were dedicated to supporting education for varous students

02.05.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Égalité entre les Sexes'

3

02.05.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.06.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Eau Propre et Assainissement'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.06.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.07.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Énergie Propre et Abordable'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.07.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.08.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Travail Décent et Croissance Économique'

5

02.08.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.09.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Industrie, Innovation et Infrastructure'

6

02.09.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

Technological Innovation: Our platform leverages cutting-edge technology to create an efficient and transparent fundraising system. By integrating secure digital payment solutions like M-Pesa and SasaPay, we facilitate smooth and reliable fund transfers, ensuring that resources reach those in need promptly.

02.10.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Réduction des Inégalités'

5

02.10.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.11.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Villes et Communautés Durables'

3

02.11.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.12.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Consommation et Production Responsables'

3

02.12.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.13.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Lutte contre les Changements Climatiques'

2

02.13.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.14.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Sous-Marine'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.14.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.15.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Vie Terrestre'

3

02.15.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.16.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Paix, Justice et Institutions Efficaces'

1 - pas du tout d'accord

02.16.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

02.17.01 Ma startup contribue à l'objectif 'Parteneriats pour la Réalisation des Objectifs'

3

02.17.02 Justification de la contribution de ma startup

06.01 Un grand nombre de clients utilisent déjà un produit/service très similaire au nôtre.

1 = Pas du tout d'accord

06.02 Notre produit/service représente un type de produit/service entièrement nouveau

6

06.03 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une nouvelle technologie

5

06.04 Notre produit/service est une amélioration d'un produit ou d'un service existant

3

06.05 Notre produit/service pourrait être décrit comme une extension d'une gamme de produits ou de services

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

06.06 Notre produit/service répond à une demande ou à un besoin qui n'a pas été satisfait par d'autres produits/services.

7 - Tout à fait d'accord

06.07 Notre produit/service est une nouvelle version d'un ancien produit/service

1 - Pas du tout d'accord

06.08 Justification

Onekitty is a a unitque innovation. Apart we provide integrations with platforms such as whatsapp and telegram where we broadcast live contribution events for openness. Our finacial management module help the youth in funds management.

06.09 Analyse compétitive

Out main competitors are Mchanga, GogetFunding and Chuffed. These applications are majorly focused on collection of funds. One kitty on the other hand offers funds collections as an added functionality top of feature focused on financial management. We also make initiatives to raise funds during disasters and for the less fortunate.

11.05 Menez-vous des actions au sein de votre communauté pour promouvoir le rôle des femmes entrepreneurs ?