what's Relay Funder?

Relay Funder is a blockchain-based crowdfunding platform designed exclusively for refugee and displaced communities, utilizing quadratic funding (QF) to amplify community support. Verified community leaders propose campaigns addressing urgent needs like education, food security, clean water, and women's safety programs. Donations flow into on-chain treasuries on the Celo blockchain, enabling mobile-first access, real-time transparency, and rapid deployment—97%+ efficiency compared to traditional aid. The platform integrates human verification for leaders, partners with refugee networks (e.g., REFUNITE, Grass Econ), and draws from proven models like Gitcoin's QF and Kickstarter infrastructure. Supporters contribute cryptocurrency (e.g., Celo-native USD₮), triggering matching pools from sponsors. Leaders provide updates and impact milestones, trackable on-chain, fostering accountability in humanitarian funding.