MVP Development – An AI-Powered Grant and Funding Discovery Platform

Project Background: We envision an innovative platform designed to transform how organizations, including startups, nonprofits, researchers, and small businesses, search for and apply for grants and funding. By leveraging advanced AI technologies and a user-friendly interface, FundFlow aims to simplify and enhance the funding acquisition process. Objective: The primary objective of this project is to develop the Minimum Viable Product (MVP) for [login to view URL] using the Bubble platform, incorporating the capabilities of the Perfect AI Software Template. This MVP will validate the concept by offering essential functionalities such as AI-driven funding opportunity matching, interactive user profiling through an intelligent quiz, and efficient application assistance. Scope of Work: The project encompasses the following key tasks: Template Customization: Adapting the AI SaaS Dashboard template to fit the unique branding and functional requirements. Database Integration: Configuring and linking an external Airtable database to import and regularly update a directory of funding opportunities. User Authentication and Profile Setup: Developing secure login/logout capabilities and user profile management. AI Chatbot Development: Integrating OpenAI’s ChatGPT API to create an interactive chatbot that conducts a business background quiz and uses responses to tailor funding recommendations. Opportunity Matching System: Implementing algorithms to match users with funding opportunities based on quiz results and profile data. Subscription and Payment Processing: Integrating Stripe for handling subscriptions and payments, including setting up different access levels and monitoring usage. Testing and Quality Assurance: Ensuring all features operate seamlessly and meet user expectations. Documentation and User Support: Creating comprehensive guides and support materials for end-users and administrators. Technologies Used: Bubble Platform: Main development platform for building and hosting the web application. OpenAI’s ChatGPT API: Powers the interactive AI features. Stripe: Manages subscriptions and payment processing. Airtable: Hosts the external database of funding opportunities. Expected Outcomes: A functional MVP that simplifies the grant seeking process through tailored recommendations and interactive AI features. Enhanced user engagement and satisfaction through personalized and streamlined services. A scalable foundation for future feature enhancements based on user feedback and market needs.