# Digitized Altruism Tech offers short and long-term solutions for the homelessness epidemic. By [Mishal Omar](https://www.trendhunter.com/MishalO) | Published Dec 28, 2017 | Category: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/pro/category/technology-trends-and-gadgets) Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/digitized-altruism ## Key Figures - Trend score: 3.5/10 - Evidence articles: 4 ## What is the Digitized Altruism trend? **Digitized Altruism:** Brands, non profits and governments are employing the benefits of technology to help resolve the persistent issue of homelessness. Whether streamlining processes or looking for long-term data collection that will inform new solutions, the use of technology in this realm focuses on diverse information and positive impact, while enhancing the efficiency of consumer, brand, or government altruism. ## At a Glance - Evidence: 4 featured examples - Articles from: May 5 to Dec 13, 2017 - Published: Dec 28, 2017 - Patterns: [Redirection](https://www.trendhunter.com/pattern/redirection) - Megatrends: [Simplicity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/simplicity), [Experience](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/experience), [Authenticity](https://www.trendhunter.com/megatrend/authenticity) ## Audience - Gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Gen Z, Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America, Europe, Asia ## Themes within the Digitized Altruism trend ### Streamlined Access to Services The use of technology to provide homeless populations with streamlined access to services like financial aid, food, and shelter through apps and blockchain technology. ### Homelessness Tracking Technology The use of technology to track and analyze data on homeless populations in order to better allocate resources and improve outreach efforts. ### Virtual Reality Charitable Experiences The use of virtual reality technology to create immersive charitable experiences that raise awareness and empathy for homeless populations. ## What the Digitized Altruism trend means for industry ### For Tech Industry The tech industry has opportunities to develop and implement technology solutions that can support homeless populations and assist in providing streamlined access to services. ### For Non-profit Sector The non-profit sector is a key industry that can benefit from utilizing technology to improve outreach efforts and track and analyze data on homeless populations. ### For Retail Industry The retail industry has opportunities to partner with non-profit organizations to create charitable initiatives that raise awareness and funds for homeless populations. ## Workshop question How can your brand contribute to altruistic causes in a way that is both effective and efficient? ## Trend signals for Digitized Altruism Trend score 3.5 out of 10, from popularity 56%, activity 42%, freshness 8%. - Popularity: 56% - Activity: 42% - Freshness: 8% ## Examples of the Digitized Altruism trend 4 featured examples from May 5 to Dec 13, 2017. - [Homelessness Tracking Technology](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/homelessness-trackig-technology): Streetsmart's Technology Will Track Every Homeless Person in NYC (Category: Tech) Implication: There is a disruptive innovation opportunity for technology companies to develop and enhance connectivity solutions for homelessness tracking and outreach. - [Seamless Donation Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/give-one-donation): The 'Give One' Donation Platform Makes It Easier to Donate to Charity (Category: Tech) Implication: Charities can use automatic donations to incentivize smaller but more frequent donations. - [Charitable VR Christmas Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/christmas-popups): Marks and Spencer Created an Immersive Experience with a Shelter (Category: Business) Implication: Retailers can utilize virtual reality technology to create immersive experiences that promote their products while raising awareness about social issues. - [Streamlined Homeless Population Apps](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fummi): Fummi Offers NYC's Homeless Population a Digital Identity (Category: Social Good) Implication: Mobile technology is a key industry enabling applications such as Fummi to reach homeless populations, improving their access to services. ## Recent trend clusters - [Delegated Interfaces](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/delegated-interfaces) (Tech) - [Adaptive Controls](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/adaptive-controls) (Tech) - [Desk Systems](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/desk-systems) (Tech) - [Spatial Refinement](https://www.trendhunter.com/protrends/spatial-refinement) (Tech) ## Trending in Tech - [Decor-Led Home Projectors](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/decor-led-home-projectors) - [Accessible Fintech Pop-Ups](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/chequing-account) - [Dual-Wavelength Recovery Wearables](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/joint-therapy) - [Pop-Culture WiFi Routers](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pop-culture-wifi-routers) All articles: [Tech](https://www.trendhunter.com/tech)