Personal SideQuest
FridgeFind
A food-resource discovery and navigation app that bridges the gap between communities and food security — for the unhoused, for low-income families, and for anyone who lacks the food resources they deserve.
Case study
How FridgeFind came together
The Challenge
Community fridges and free food resources exist across East Flatbush, but there is no easy, mobile-friendly way for residents to find what is open, stocked and nearby. Information lives scattered across social media, word of mouth and static lists — and the people who need it most are the least likely to find it.
What I Built
FridgeFind is a lightweight web app that maps community fridges and food resources so anyone can locate the nearest option, check basic details and get directions. It is designed for quick use on a phone, with clear calls to action and minimal friction.
My Role
Solo project — I defined the problem, researched existing resources, designed the user flow, wrote the content and built the site using Lovable. I also gathered real location data and community context to make the tool useful from day one.
Skills Used
UX Research · Community Mapping · Visual Design · Content Strategy · Web Development (Lovable) · Product Thinking
What I Learned
“Building FridgeFind taught me that the best product ideas come from listening first. I learned how to turn scattered community knowledge into one trustworthy tool, and how much small design decisions matter when someone is using an app on the go.”
Impact
Published as its own live website during EcoPower '26 and presented at the Community Report Back. Next up: FridgeFind pop-ups across the city.
Inside the app
Three screens that do the work
Screens pulled straight from the live FridgeFind prototype.
Try the live app
FridgeFind is public, mobile-friendly and built to be used on the go in The Flats.
Open FridgeFind