Whitelion's Code-Driven Campaign to Combat Homelessness During Pandemic

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Ogilvy
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During the 2020 pandemic, Australia's homelessness crisis worsened as record numbers of youth faced hardship. With wildfires exacerbating donation capacity, Whitelion launched a code-driven solution to rapidly convert popular websites into donation portals. By leveraging open-source technology, the brand enabled millions of users to contribute to homeless shelters in under a week. The initiative resulted in a 40% increase in donation volumes, demonstrating the power of simple, scalable digital tools to address urgent social needs.

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Published around: June 5, 2023 ?
Added to Agency Inside: March 25, 2026