CrowdCases is the new venture consisting of a community of graphic designers "using art to change the world." Each week, a specific cause and non-profit organization is used to catapult a group of graphic designers to come up with a phone case design that corresponds with the mission of the organization itself. The cases are available for iPhone and and Samsung Galaxy.
The ephemeral quality adds to the cachet: each case is sold for a week only. What's more, the whole process operates as a sort of monetized contest: the winning designer will receive $500. Seven dollars of each case goes to the non-profit organization. CrowdCases attempts to do and meld a lot of various approaches to entrepreneurship and social business that are decidedly du jour: crowdsourcing, charity by the sale and tech.
Contact Information
CrowdCases website
CrowdCases on Facebook
Non-Profit Phone Design Contests
CrowdCases Partners with a Different Organization Each Week
Trend Themes
1. Crowdsourced Design - Opportunity for businesses to engage with their community and crowdsource design ideas to create innovative products or services.
2. Charity by the Sale - Disruptive innovation opportunity by incorporating charitable giving as a part of the sales strategy, appealing to socially conscious consumers.
3. Limited Edition Products - Capitalizing on the sense of exclusivity and urgency by offering limited edition products that are available for a short period of time.
Industry Implications
1. Graphic Design - Graphic design companies can explore partnerships with non-profit organizations to create custom designs that align with their mission and help raise funds.
2. Phone Accessories - Opportunity for phone accessory manufacturers to collaborate with designers to create unique and socially conscious phone cases that appeal to consumers.
3. Tech Startups - Tech startups can leverage the power of crowdsourcing and social impact to develop innovative business models and products.