1- How will you ensure continuous food supply?

By building strong partnerships with leading restaurant chains and deploying weekly
engagement programs rewarding top donors with CSR promotions

2-Why would NGOs register on your platform?

NGOs get free, quality food supply, helping them fulfill their missions without additional
sourcing costs increasing their operational efficiency.

3- How will you ensure food safety?

We will implement mandatory FSSAI compliance checks and logistic SOPs; deliverie will be
completed within 90 minutes to maintain food hygiene standards.

4-Why would people donate to you instead of directly to NGOs?

We offer a transparent impact-focused platform where individual donations translate into real,
quantifiable social and environmental benefits trackable
via public reports.

5-How will you manage logistics costs?

Initially through volunteer drivers (social internships), later by partnering wit logistics firms
offering CSR-backed discounted delivery solutions

6-How is your model scalable?

The platform is modular and cloud-based, allowing us to replicate operations city-by-city

with minimal infrastructure costs after the pilot success
7-What differentiates ResQFood from existing food donation apps?

ResQFood uniquely combines real-time food listing, structured CSR incentivization, an

environmental impact tracking - offering a 360-degree ecosystem

8- How will you handle food spoilage or donations that go unclaimed?

To prevent food spoilage and unclaimed donations, ResQFood employs a real-time matching
system with time-bound listings, auto-expiry within 90 minutes, and a standby NGO pool for
backup fulfillment. Smart logistics, temperature-controlled deliveries, and surplus analytics
ensure food is utilized efficiently and waste is minimized.

9. What is the primary revenue stream for ResQFood?

Our primary revenue streams are CSR funding, advertising partnerships, and donations from
individuals and corporations to support our mission and platform scalability.

10. How do you plan to ensure a steady flow of food donations from restaurants?
Through real-time listings, strategic partnerships, and strong CSR incentives, restaurants will
be motivated by recognition, media exposure, and tax benefits to donate surplus food
consistently.

11. What are the key factors that will drive restaurants to continuously donate their
surplus food?
The visibility of their CSR efforts, media recognition, certificates of appreciation, and the
opportunity to be featured on our Top Donor Leaderboard will drive continuous participation.

12. What competitive advantage does ResQFood have over other food rescue platforms?
Our platform offers real-time donations, seamless logistics, and CSR recognition for
restaurants—creating a unique value proposition that combines social impact with business
incentives.
13. What is the pricing model for restaurants and NGOs? Are there any hidden costs for
either party?
The platform is entirely free for both restaurants and NGOs. There are no hidden fees; we
operate on a donation-based model to ensure maximum participation.

14. What cities or regions are you targeting for the initial launch?
We will launch in tier-1 cities, starting with Delhi, expanding to other major urban centers
over the next 12 months, and ultimately scaling to national coverage.

15. How will you scale the platform beyond the initial launch area?
We will leverage strategic partnerships with logistics firms and restaurant chains, and expand
regionally via franchise models and corporate sponsorships.

16. Who is your target customer (restaurant/NGO), and how do you plan to reach
them?
Our target customers are CSR-driven restaurants and NGOs focused on hunger alleviation.
We will engage them through digital marketing, strategic partnerships, and local outreach
programs.

17. What is the expected market size for this platform?

The global food waste market is valued at over $1 trillion, with India alone generating 40%
food wastage. Our platform addresses a significant portion of this, aiming to tap into a market
worth billions in both waste reduction and social im

18. How will you handle logistics, especially ensuring timely delivery of food to NGOs?
Logistics will be handled via local delivery partnerships, volunteer networks, and, as we
scale, integration with third-party delivery services like Swiggy or Zomato for cost-effective
and reliable operations.
19. What happens if a restaurant lists food that is no longer available when an NGO
tries to claim it?
We will implement a real-time inventory management system to ensure that once a food
listing is claimed, it is immediately removed from the platform, minimizing discrepancies.

20. How do you ensure food safety during transit and storage?
We adhere to stringent food safety protocols guided by FSSAI standards, and establish
partnerships with delivery services that follow these standards, ensuring safe transport and
handling of food.

21. How will you handle perishables? Are there any mechanisms in place to ensure they
are used before spoiling?
We will focus on real-time, demand-driven donations and encourage restaurants to list
perishable items first, using logistics partners that can make swift deliveries within required
timeframes.

22. How will the platform manage and verify the quality of food being donated?
We will introduce a quality assessment process for both restaurant and NGO partners,
including ratings, reviews, and food safety checklists to ensure only safe, quality food is
distributed.

23. Can you explain the technology stack behind the platform?
The platform will be built on a robust tech stack using React for front-end, Node.js for the
back-end, AWS for cloud hosting, and secure payment gateways for seamless transactions
and donor contributions.

24. How scalable is the platform in terms of adding more restaurants and NGOs?
The platform is designed with scalability in mind, using cloud infrastructure and API-driven
integrations to seamlessly onboard restaurants and NGOs at scale without compromising
performance.
25. How do you plan to ensure a smooth user experience for both restaurants and
NGOs?
Through user-centric design and a streamlined interface, we will ensure ease of use for both
parties, with intuitive features like real-time listings, booking systems, and automated
notifications for smooth operations.

26. What are the projected financials for the first year and the next 3-5 years?
In year one, we aim for 500+ restaurant sign-ups, generating revenue from corporate sponsors
and advertisers. By year three, we anticipate expanding to 50 cities,

27. What are the expected operational costs for maintaining and growing the platform?
Operational costs include marketing (~40%), technology and development (~30%), and
logistics/partnership management (~30%). We project a 10-15% profit margin in year one,
increasing as we scale.

28. How will you ensure financial sustainability?

By diversifying revenue streams from advertisements, CSR funding, and donor contributions,
and focusing on cost-efficiency, we’ll ensure sustainable growth without relying solely on
donations.

29. How do you measure the social impact of your platform (e.g., number of meals
rescued)?
Our platform will track the number of meals rescued, carbon footprint reduction, and NGOs
supported. We’ll publish quarterly reports detailing our social impact and meal metrics.

30. What is your strategy to ensure your platform is accessible to smaller NGOs or
grassroots organizations?
We provide free registration for all NGOs, regardless of size, and offer tiered support levels
to ensure even smaller organizations can access food donations without barriers.

31. How do you plan to track the reduction in food waste and hunger over time?
We will work with impact partners and use data analytics to track waste reduction, and
hunger alleviation metrics. Regular updates will be shared with stakeholders to maintain
transparency.

32. What partnerships or collaborations will you need to enhance your social impact?
We aim to partner with logistics companies, food security agencies, and corporate donors to
scale impact. Partnerships with local governments will also ensure policy alignment and
greater outreach.

33. What is your strategy for onboarding restaurants and NGOs onto the platform?
We will leverage direct outreach, social media marketing, and CSR incentives to onboard
restaurants, and engage NGOs through strategic partnerships and outreach campaigns.

34. How do you plan to market your platform to restaurants and NGOs?
We will implement a multi-channel strategy: content marketing, social media campaigns,
community events, and targeted B2B outreach to engage both restaurants and NGOs.

35. What are the biggest challenges you foresee in scaling the platform, and how do you
plan to address them?
The main challenge is ensuring consistent food supply. We will mitigate this by building
strong partnerships with key restaurants, expanding our network of logistics partners, and
creating a robust volunteer network.

36. What risks do you face in terms of regulatory compliance, especially in food safety
and logistics?
We will comply with FSSAI regulations, establish contractual agreements with donors and
logistics partners, and ensure regular audits to maintain food safety standards.