Changents.com is online showcase for Change Angents, or people who are doing good for the world and working toward creating positive change for people, for the planet, or in some cases, for both. The platform helps them share their inspiring stories through social media and connects them with an audience that cares -- and ideally, will take action as a result.
The company was founded by Deron Triff and Alex Hofmann. As they put it, they are simply "Connecting the people who help the world to the people who help them."
People can join the Changents in two ways. They can either become a Backer who supports someone making an impact (through financial support or be helping spread the word), or they can become a Change Agent themselves.
"Once nominated, you can tell your personal story of change through blogs, photos, videos, etc. Remember, Changents is about individual Change Agents, not institutions, so focus on the star of the show – you!"
The Change Agents can then use the platform to share their stories and raise awareness in order to garner support through features like the Volunteer Requests area.
Contact Information
Changents.com website
Changents.com on Twitter
Changents.com on Facebook
Change Agent Communities
Changents Connects People Doing Good With People Who Help Them
Trend Themes
1. Social Impact Networking - Opportunity to create a social impact networking platform that can connect people who are doing good with those who are ready to help
2. Individualized Crowdfunding - Possibility to innovate on crowdfunding with a more personal touch that revolves around individual change agents who are working towards creating a positive social impact
3. Volunteering 2.0 - Potential to create a more modern and digitized way for people to find volunteering opportunities and engage with community efforts
Industry Implications
1. Social Media - The platform's focus on social media could inspire the creation of new social media platforms that are socially conscious and encourage users to create positive change
2. Crowdfunding - Changents' model can be applied in various crowdfunding platforms as a unique way to highlight the changemakers and their impact
3. Non-profit Organizations - Opportunity to harness the power of Changents and create new platforms that help non-profit organizations connect with individuals who are passionate about social good and help accelerate their positive contributions