Let’s say I finished the app. People will have to know about it to volunteer. I asked ChatGPT for ways I can achieve this on my own.
1. Social Media Outreach
- Create Instagram, TikTok, or Twitter accounts for your app.
- Share stories about how your app helps, not just what it does.
- Use relevant hashtags (e.g., #MentalHealthApp, #YouthSupport, #NonProfitTech).
💡 Idea: Post testimonials, behind-the-scenes building updates, or real-life stats about the issue you’re addressing.
2. Community Partnerships
- Partner with schools, youth groups, libraries, or local organizations.
- Offer to give a short talk or demo.
- Ask if they’ll share your app in their newsletters or social media.
3. Reddit & Online Communities
- Find subreddits that align with your app’s mission (e.g., r/NonProfit, r/MentalHealth, r/Apps).
- Be helpful, not spammy — join conversations and share your app only when relevant.
4. Press & Blog Outreach
- Reach out to local newspapers, blogs, or student-run media.
- Send a short email pitch: explain what your app does, why it matters, and how it helps.
Want help writing a press pitch? I can help you draft one.
5. App Store Optimization (ASO)
- Make your app listing easy to find with keywords people might search for.
- Use high-quality screenshots, a clear description, and honest reviews.
These ideas seem OK, but with the millions of apps out there in the internet, I’m not sure how mine could stand out. I’ll have to find ways to promote my app to potential volunteers.