Fulton Schools Introduces New App To Help Children In Need

SANDY SPRINGS, GA -- Have you ever wondered how you could help the students of Fulton County Schools but did not know where to start? The school district is working to solve that, starting with the app Purposity which launched last week for Fulton County Schools.

Purposity is an app connecting users with one-to-one needs in their communities. The partnership aims to fulfill the essential needs of FCS’ stakeholders at the tap of a finger.

To get alerts, sign up at purposity.com.

"Everywhere around us we see people in need. We also see people who want to help others but don’t know how. We connect those dots through the power of technology. School systems and non-profits in local communities let us know needs in your area. We spread the word to individuals near them who are willing to help. They click a link, see the need, and make a difference for someone near them. It may be the family next door who lost their home in a fire or the child down the street you didn’t know needed school supplies. It’s easy. It’s simple, and it takes just a few clicks to make a difference in someone’s life. It’s the fastest way to impact your community, one need at a time. Download to start making a difference."

Purposity works with local, high-integrity nonprofits. The needs are generally from school social workers, case managers, and other vetted organizations. There is a submission and approval process to assure all needs meet Purposity's strict criteria and come from trusted sources.

Once you create an account, you'll get one notification a week. Click the link, read the story, and decide if you'd like to help, right from your phone in just a few clicks. The price of the item is clearly displayed so you know exactly what you’re getting into. Purposity takes care of the shopping and shipping, making sure the exact item needed is shipped to the partner nonprofit. You'll get notifications updating you of your item's progress and when it arrives.