CryptoDonate: A Decentralized Cryptocurrency-Based Donation Platform

Objective:

To create a transparent, secure, and efficient platform for facilitating donations using cryptocurrency, minimizing intermediaries, and increasing trust between donors and recipients.

Key Features:

Decentralized Transactions: Eliminates third parties by using blockchain.

Smart Contracts: Automates donation release based on predefined conditions.

Real-Time Tracking: Donors can track how their funds are used.

Multi-Cryptocurrency Support: Accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other popular coins.

Anonymity & Privacy Options: Allows users to donate anonymously if desired.

Donation History & Analytics: For both donors and charities.

Technologies Used:

Blockchain (Ethereum or BSC): Core technology for secure transactions.

Smart Contracts (Solidity): For automating and validating donations.

Web3.js / Ethers.js: To interact with the blockchain from the web interface.

React.js / Next.js: For frontend development.

Node.js: Backend server and API handling.

IPFS / Decentralized Storage: For storing data off-chain if needed.

MetaMask or WalletConnect: Wallet integration for users.

How It Works:

User Registration & Wallet Connection: Donors and charities connect their wallets to the platform.

Charity Listing: NGOs register, provide proof and list causes with target funds.

Smart Contract Deployment: Each donation campaign is tied to a smart contract.

Donating: Users select a cause, send crypto directly to the campaign’s contract.

Fund Release: Funds are released to the charity based on milestones or full goal completion.

Tracking: All transactions are recorded on the blockchain for transparency.

Benefits:

Transparency: Every transaction is traceable and verifiable.

Security: Blockchain ensures tamper-proof records.

Efficiency: Reduces delays and transaction costs.

Global Reach: Accepts donations from anywhere in the world.

Trust-Building: Donors can see exactly where their money goes.