Loopcon Technologies

Laravel

Crowdfunding SGFP – Social Game Funding Platform

Project Overview

SGFP is a social crowdfunding web platform for underdeveloped regions.

It enables transparent, collective funding using donation, reward, and equity-based crowdfunding models.

Public and experts collaborate to finance deserving social projects.

Framework: Laravel (PHP)

Database: MySQL

Frontend: Bootstrap, HTML5, CSS3, JS

APIs: Google Maps (for project locations).

Payment Gateway: PayPal, Credit Card, Bank Transfer.

Objectives

  • Encourage citizens to invest in community-driven projects.
  • Ensure full transparency in funding and operations.
  • Support innovation and employment in depressed areas.
  • Create reward and equity-based funding opportunities.

Key Platform Features

  • Transparent public investment fund.
  • Voting and ranking system for project selection.
  • Credit-based reward mechanism for financiers.
  • Insurance and monitoring for project execution.
  • Multi-role structure for different stakeholders.

User Roles & Permissions

  • Designer: Submits new project ideas (individuals, startups, or groups).
  • Financier/Donor: Contributes money and earns credits to vote.
  • Non-Financier: Can vote once per call without funding.
  • Technical Commission: Guides designers and validates projects.
  • Control Commission: Monitors project progress.
  • Admin: Manages calls, funds, and user roles.

Funding Mechanism

  • Donations – Pure giving without tangible return.
  • Rewards – Donors receive gifts, access, or discounts.
  • Equity – Investors gain share or profit portion.
  • Risk Capital – Designer’s self-financing used if project wins.
  • Credits – Voting power proportional to contribution amount.
  • Voting – Projects win based on public approval.

System Workflow

  • 1. Admin announces a new funding call (e.g., 30 days).
  • 2. Designers submit projects for participation.
  • 3. Public reviews and votes for their favorite projects.
  • 4. Most voted project wins and receives full funding.
  • 5. Control Commission monitors project implementation.
  • 6. Insurance covers fund in case of project failure.

Platform Modules

  • Front-end & User Back-end : Registration, voting, financing, dashboard.
  • Designer Module : Project creation, submission, and management.
  • Technical Commission : Evaluation and guidance for designers.
  • Control Commission : Monitoring and progress validation.
  • Administration Module : Call, fund, and user management.

Data & Transparency

  • All donations, votes, and transactions recorded in database.
  • Public visibility of funding and project reports.
  • Digitally signed insurance policy for each funded project.
  • Ensures full accountability and trust.

Gamification & Engagement

  • Financiers ‘bet’ credits on projects they believe will win.
  • Winning projects reward supporters with shared prize pools.
  • Encourages fun, competitive participation for social impact.

User Interface Overview

  • Home Page – Overview, Calls, Login, Signup.
  • Projects Page – Filter by area, class, and category.
  • Specific Project Page – Abstract, Goals, Budget, Risks.
  • Voting / Financing Page – Use credits to support projects.
  • Dashboard – Track credits, history, and rewards.

Risk Management & Insurance

  • Each funded project is covered by a digital insurance policy.
  • Guarantees repayment to the public fund in case of failure.
  • Designers are penalized for repeated project failures.

Expected Outcomes

  • Increase access to finance for small and social innovators.
  • Boost community engagement and transparency.
  • Support sustainable development goals.
  • Empower citizens to shape social change.

Future Enhancements

  • Mobile App integration for wider accessibility.
  • Blockchain for transaction transparency.
  • Gamified leaderboards and community achievements.
  • AI-driven project ranking recommendations.

Inspiration & Design Reference

  • Design inspired by GoMechanic but customized for ACR Mechanic’s branding.
  • UI/UX designed in Figma focusing on user experience and clean navigation.
  • Color Scheme: Corporate Blue with modern visual hierarchy.

Conclusion

SGFP merges crowdfunding, transparency, and social impact.

It empowers public participation and responsible financing.

Together, we can fund a better and fairer future.

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