Congratulations to our Taco Bell Team Member Seed Prize Awardees! We are so excited to share the following projects from our young innovators.
U.S.-Based Team Members
Kiddie Authors Organization
Submitted by Sabrina D.
Kiddie Authors is an organization that empowers young dreamers and writers through literary workshops, events, and partnerships, enhancing their literacy and creative skills with the support of a volunteer team.
Saving Senior Smiles
Submitted by Will Z.
Saving Senior Smiles is a community-led project dedicated to improving the oral health of the elderly by donating dental supplies and educational pamphlets to local nursing homes.
Food For Change
Submitted by James C.
Food For Change is an initiative that combats food waste by collecting surplus food from major institutions and redistributing it to food banks, thereby supporting community nutrition and sustainability.
India-Based Team Members
Bengaluru Traffic
Submitted by Narender K.
The Bengaluru Traffic project emphasizes the urgent need to decrease private vehicle usage, encouraging residents to utilize BMTC buses and the Metro to alleviate congestion and improve overall city life.
[Regulating] Dispute and Tension Between Auto Rickshaw Drivers and Rapido Taxi Drivers.
Submitted by Sumit S.
This project seeks to resolve tensions between motor vehicle operators by revising regulatory frameworks, facilitating stakeholder mediation, and ensuring equitable operations to enhance commuter safety and service harmony.
Women Financial Literacy
Submitted by Pooja A.
The Women Financial Literacy project equips women aged 15-35 with essential financial skills through workshops, an online platform, and strategic partnerships, enhancing their economic empowerment.
The Scourge of Illiteracy in India
Submitted by Sandra P.
The Scourge of Illiteracy in India project advances strategies for combating illiteracy by promoting universal access to quality education, the establishment of well-equipped schools in underserved areas, and empowering marginalized communities with targeted educational programs and policies.