Code For Good - STORM Center for Hope and Service

Author(s):

Melissa, Hafsa, Sachi, Krithika, Destiny, Raul, Mostaphe

Project Description

The STORM Center for Hope and Service app is a resource hub designed to support youth during challenging life transitions. Built as part of the Code For Good initiative, this app leverages technology to drive impactful change by providing crucial resources in:

• Life Skills Development Courses with Gamification
  • Career Preparation
  • Financial Management
  • Health
  • Arts
  • Volunteering
• Dashboard with all the earned badges from gamified courses
• Emergency text to STORM for shelter
• One-on-One chat with Mentors
• Anonymous Community Forms
• Connect with different nonprofit organizations

The aim is to empower users by connecting them with guidance, mentorship, and local resources to foster growth and stability during their journey.

Features

• Resource Map: Connects users to nearby libraries, community centers, and Toastmasters clubs.
• Personalized Guidance: Offers tips and advice for life skills, career building, and financial literacy.
• User Authentication: Easy sign-up and login functionality to ensure secure access to personalized resources.
• Request for Support: Users can indicate emergency housing needs or request mentorship directly through the app.

Installation

Prerequisites

• Ensure you have Node.js and npm installed on your machine.
• Ensure you have Python installed for the backend server.

Steps

1. Clone the repository:

Technologies Used

React: Front-end framework for building the user interface. Bootstrap: CSS framework for responsive styling and layout. Axios: For handling API requests. Git: Version control for collaboration and code management. Python (Flask): Backend framework for managing API and database interactions.

Contact

For any questions or feedback, please reach out to the team members directly.

Acknowledgments

Special thanks to our mentors: Xavier, Siva, Huaxin, and Tom, and the entire Chase team, including Jake, for their guidance and support throughout the project.

References

We utilized various resources for building the app, including: React Documentation Bootstrap Documentation Axios Documentation

The code ("Code") in this repository was created solely by the student teams during a coding competition hosted by JPMorgan Chase Bank, N.A. ("JPMC"). JPMC did not create or contribute to the development of the Code. This Code is provided AS IS and JPMC makes no warranty of any kind, express or implied, as to the Code, including but not limited to, merchantability, satisfactory quality, non-infringement, title or fitness for a particular purpose or use.