Double Impact

AshevilleRelief.com is a volunteer-run, crowdsourced website providing real-time information about resources and services available to people affected by the floods in Asheville. The site's focus is on providing immediate aid through verified information, connecting residents with vital resources like shelter, food, water, communication, and transportation. While prioritizing short-term needs, the platform also facilitates long-term recovery efforts by connecting residents with organizations providing childcare, healthcare, mental health support, and other essential services. The website is maintained by volunteers, who rely on contributions from local residents and remote volunteers to ensure its continued operation.

The Double Impact Project seeks to transform political donations into charitable impact. Instead of traditional campaign contributions, donors can pledge money to their preferred political party, and if an equal amount is pledged to the opposing party, those funds are "cancelled out" and donated to charities supported by both parties. This "win-win" approach redirects political rivalry into a positive sum game where both political engagement and charitable giving are simultaneously achieved. The project aims to create a more impactful and efficient use of political campaign funds by channeling them to address pressing societal needs while allowing donors to express their political views.