Ananya Thakur

THE CHALLENGE Many non-profits and community organizations repeatedly face challenges in finding volunteers and donors to support their mission and goals. Additionally, community members often remain unaware of local opportunities to get involved or feel overwhelmed by the disorganized and often outdated information found on search engines. THE SOLUTION How might we develop a platform that simplifies the process of finding and engaging with impactful volunteer and donation opportunities in the Chicagoland area?

I developed a geometric packaging concept for Desi Dabba, a hypothetical spice company. Masala dabbas are culturally significant in South Asian culture. My aim was to craft a contemporary rendition that resonates with today's Desi community, particularly second-generation immigrants like myself. Additionally, I expanded the project to include a website for the company as well.