İhtiyaç Haritası

What İhtiyaç Haritası does

İhtiyaç Haritası is a non-profit social cooperative (Sınırlı Sorumlu İhtiyaç Haritası Yardımlaşma Fikri Mülkiyet Hakları ve Proje Danışmanlığı Kooperatifi) founded in 2015 and headquartered in Ataşehir, Istanbul. It operates a GIS-based web platform that maps and matches verified social needs across Turkey's 81 provinces with individuals, civil society organizations, corporations, and public institutions willing to provide support. The platform applies field verification to all submitted needs before publication and facilitates contactless, direct delivery without warehouse storage, distinguishing its model from traditional aid distribution. As of the available data, the platform has connected 130,000+ members, 15,000+ volunteers, 350+ CSOs, and 70+ private sector organizations, facilitating 12+ million need items fulfilled with a reported sharing-economy value of approximately $125 million USD.

The cooperative runs a portfolio of 30+ specialized platforms built on a shared core, including Afet Haritası for disaster response, Sosyal Pazaryeri for solidarity marketplace matching, Gönüllüler Haritası for volunteer coordination, Çocuk İhtiyaçları Haritası for children's needs, and international extensions such as Needs Map Global, Needs Map UK, and Needs Map for Ukrainian Refugees. Technology partnerships include Esri (GIS), TÜBİTAK MAM (environmental data), and Eleman.net (employment), with white-label deployments for Beşiktaş and İzmir municipalities and Boğaziçi University (BÜMED).

The revenue model is non-commercial. No fees are charged to beneficiaries or supporters. Operating funds come from corporate CSR partnerships (Paribu, Hepsiburada, Mavi, Koçtaş, Mastercard, AstraZeneca, DenizBank, Pluxee, NN Hayat, Bebelac), individual and institutional donations including online crowdfunding via Fonzip, and grants from national and international bodies including the European Union, UNICEF Turkey, Z Zurich Foundation, German Marshall Fund, and Turkish Philanthropy Funds. The organization is governed by a Board of Directors, Steering Committee, and General Manager, with approximately 40 paid staff organized across technology, finance, volunteer, communications, compliance, global operations, projects, mental health, and disaster response departments.

Name

İhtiyaç Haritası

Legal name

Sınırlı Sorumlu İhtiyaç Haritası Yardımlaşma Fikri Mülkiyet Hakları ve Proje Danışmanlığı Kooperatifi

Website

https://ihtiyacharitasi.org

Company type

Private

Founded year

2015

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

İhtiyaç Haritası is a Turkish non-profit social cooperative that operates a GIS-based platform mapping and matching verified needs with supporters across all 81 provinces. It serves individuals in need, CSOs, corporations, and municipalities without charging user fees.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Social Impact Platform

NAICS

Community Food and Housing, and Emergency and Other Relief Services (6242), Emergency and Other Relief Services (624230)

SIC

Services-Social Services (8300)

akta.pro primary industry

Humanitarian Coordination, Information Management & Needs Assessment (BPAGAAAL)

akta.pro secondary industries

Emergency Response & Search-and-Rescue (SAR) (BPAGAAAA), Logistics, Supply Chain & Humanitarian Air/Sea/Land Transport (BPADADAF)

Keywords

• Social solidarity platform
• GIS need mapping
• Disaster response coordination
• Volunteer management platform
• Social cooperative marketplace

Headquarters

HQ city

Istanbul

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B and B2C

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Corporate Social Responsibility Projects: Developing collaborations with different brands, institutions and companies to create social impact, implementing corporate social responsibility projects for partners
2. Institutional and Individual Support: Receiving regular or one-time support from corporate or individual donors to ensure continuation and sustainability of activities
3. Crowdfunding and Donation Campaigns: Participating in mass crowdfunding and donation organizations, conducting resource development activities with created teams
4. National and International Grants: Applying for and benefiting from grants financed by national and international organizations including European Union, UNICEF, and various foundations

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

İhtiyaç Haritası operates a web-based social solidarity platform that connects individuals in need with supporters (individuals, corporations, and institutions) through GIS-based map matching and field-verified needs. It facilitates contactless delivery of resources without warehouse storage and operates specialized platforms for disaster response, volunteer coordination, corporate CSR campaigns, and municipal social aid management across Turkey and select international markets.

Product overview

İhtiyaç Haritası operates as a platform-plus-modules architecture. The core platform (İhtiyaç Haritası) connects those in need with supporters via map-based matching and field verification. Built on this core are specialized sector platforms including Afet Haritası for disaster management, Sosyal Pazaryeri for solidarity marketplace, and Gönüllüler Haritası for volunteer coordination. The portfolio also includes geographic platforms (Evsizler Haritası, Çocuk İhtiyaçları Haritası, Paydaş Haritası), international extensions (Needs Map Global, Needs Map UK, Needs Map for Ukrainian Refugees), and campaign-specific platforms (Bir Kira Bir Yuva, Haritada Kitap, Yanında Platformu, Bir Gülüş Yeter). Additional offerings include urban/educational tools (Çocuk Odaklı Şehir, İstihdam Haritası, Öğretmen Ağı) and cultural/event websites (Kısalar Festivali, Çikolata Festivali, Kadın Yüzler Festivali). The organization also develops third-party institutional websites (PizzaExpress Türkiye, DasDas Box London) and a social cooperative enablement portal (Sosyal Kooperatif). Collectively, these 30+ platforms serve as digital infrastructure for social solidarity, crisis response, and community support across Turkey and internationally.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• Needs Map Global: A global platform extending Turkey's data-driven social cooperativism model, bringing together social impact initiatives in Turkey, the United Kingdom, and Europe.

Products and services

• İhtiyaç Haritası Core Platform Web-based platform with GIS mapping that connects individuals in need with individual and institutional supporters across Turkey's 81 provinces. Uses field verification before publication and contactless delivery matching without warehouse storage.
• Sosyal Pazaryeri (Social Marketplace) Digital marketplace platform that combines traditional support methods with marketplace technology, enabling verified needs to be met through local merchants while strengthening the local economy.
• Gönüllüler Haritası (Volunteer Map) Map-based platform connecting volunteers with organizations and social projects, supporting crisis and disaster response with transparent and sustainable solidarity infrastructure.
• Afet Haritası (Disaster Map) Integrated digital ecosystem using GIS technology for disaster risk management, providing real-time seismic activity and fire mapping, plus a comprehensive map library for crisis coordination.
• Bir Kira Bir Yuva (Housing Support Platform) Housing support platform developed with İzmir Metropolitan Municipality that enables direct matching of rental support, home sharing, and housing requests through dedicated modules.
• Needs Map Global Global platform connecting social impact initiatives across Turkey, United Kingdom, and Europe, extending the data-driven social cooperativism model internationally.
• Needs Map UK UK-focused platform identifying and verifying local needs through geographic data analytics and matching with support mechanisms, developed alongside Accessibility Map, Green SMEs Map, and Social Maps.
• Needs Map for Ukrainian Refugees Data-driven crisis response platform for Ukrainian refugee needs including shelter, food, health, and evacuation coordination across civil society networks.
• Çocuk İhtiyaçları Haritası (Children's Needs Map) GIS-based digital platform developed with UNICEF Turkey under the EU co-financed ACAR Project, systematically identifying and monitoring children's needs at the local level in İzmir, Gaziantep, and Ankara.
• Beşiktaş İH (Social Aid Management System) White-label Social Assistance Management System for Beşiktaş Municipality that connects resident needs with support processes digitally, covering rent, utilities, scholarships, and tablets.
• Paydaş Haritası (Stakeholder Map) GIS-based interactive web platform for visualizing stakeholder, project, and organizational relationships, supporting institutional memory and strategic planning.
• Mikroplastik Haritası (Microplastic Map) Environmental platform monitoring microplastic pollution in Turkey's waters through scientific sampling, analysis, and interactive mapping, developed with DenizBank, TÜBİTAK MAM, and IDEMA.

Quantifiable outcome

• 12+ million need items fulfilled since 2015
• +4 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature5 records

Partnerships

31 partnerships are on record, tiered major, supporting and core.

• HepsiburadamajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2023'Bir Gülüş Yeter' project connects children with books and educational toys through the platform, targeting disadvantaged schools nationwide for 23 April Children's Day.
• BebelacsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2021'Bebelac Kardeş Payı' campaign delivered 9 tons of children's follow-on milk to 9,000 families with children aged 1-3 in 20 provinces.
• KoçtaşmajorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2020'Yanı Başında' program renovated classrooms in 7 disadvantaged schools in 2020, with plans to reach 25 schools in 2021 for the brand's 25th anniversary.
• GlobalGivingcoreOthersGlobalGiving has validated İhtiyaç Haritası as a transparent and impact-oriented organization, enabling the platform to receive international donor support through the GlobalGiving network.
• BenevitycoreOthersBenevity employee giving platform validates İhtiyaç Haritası for corporate employee giving programs, enabling workplace giving from major employers.
• Paribu (Team Paribu)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerTeam Paribu Seninle project provides sports equipment to schools through local businesses, reaching 51,783 children in 131 schools across 36 cities. Also includes Team Paribu Sports Areas in Hatay and Kahramanmaraş container living spaces.
• MavimajorStrategic or Co-development Partner'Birlikte Çok Güzel Oluyoruz' campaign connected 1,000 university women with Mavi jeans, celebrating the brand's connection with women through a solidarity movement.
• Zurich TürkiyemajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-implementer of Yan Yanayız project providing psychosocial support centers in Hatay and Kahramanmaraş after February 6 earthquakes.
• HeyMosupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Yan Yanayız project for psychological support services.
• Kanser Savaşçıları DerneğimajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-implementer of breast cancer awareness movement focusing on education and screening access for disadvantaged women.
• Sivil Toplum Geliştirme Merkezi Derneği (STGM)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerARY Project (Strengthening CSO Capacity in Disaster Risk Management) supported by European Commission, with İhtiyaç Haritası providing GIS technology solutions and field expertise.
• Confcooperative Emilia RomagnasupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in Social Cooperatives Excellence Center project promoting cooperation between Turkish and EU social cooperatives.
• Habitat DerneğisupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerProject partner in Social Cooperative Development Programme funded by EU Civil Society Support Programme II.
• EsricoreTechnology or IntegrationGIS technology provider whose platform enabled İzmir earthquake response reaching 23,704 people. İhtiyaç Haritası featured in Esri success stories and received GIS Crisis Management award.
• Beşiktaş BelediyesimajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBeşiktaş İH Social Aid Management System connects residents with support for rent, utilities, scholarships, and tablets through a white-label platform.
• İzmir Büyükşehir BelediyesimajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-developer of Izmir Earthquake Portal and 'Bir Kira Bir Yuva' housing platform enabling 42.6 million TL in rental support commitments.
• Boğaziçi Üniversitesi Mezunları Derneği (BÜMED)majorStrategic or Co-development PartnerBÜMED İH platform connects Boğaziçi University community members with support during COVID-19, including alumni, students, and local businesses.
• AÇEVsupportingStrategic or Co-development Partner'Okuyan Bir Gelecek' platform brings children and adults together with quality books, with famous artists reading children's books accompanied by Fazıl Say's music.
• KidegasupportingChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorOnline shopping platform distributing 'Okuyan Bir Gelecek' book sets to children in need through İhtiyaç Haritası's distribution network.
• TÜBİTAK MAMmajorTechnology or IntegrationTechnical collaboration on microplastic pollution research and analysis for the Microplastic Map platform.
• IDEMAsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerAdvisory partner for microplastic mapping project.
• Nef VakfımajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-developer of 'Bir Destek Bir Yuva' supporting housing and livelihood recovery for communities affected by disasters.
• Temel İhtiyaç Derneği (TİDER)supportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in 'Bir Destek Bir Yuva' for food security and essential needs.
• Bir Tohum VakfısupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-developer of 'Hikayeler Haritası' preserving oral history and stories of Kaz Dağları through interactive mapping.
• Eleman.netsupportingTechnology or IntegrationTechnology partner for 'İstihdam Haritası' connecting employers with job seekers after disasters.
• Can Gürses AkademisupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-developer of 'Çocuklar İçin Matematik' platform using 'suspended workshop' model for mathematics education.
• MobiletsupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartner in 'Çocuklar İçin Matematik' platform.
• PluxeemajorStrategic or Co-development Partner'Yanında Platformu' provides nutrition support to university students through Pluxee meal cards, promoting educational equality.
• Çorbada Tuzun Olsun DerneğimajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-developer of 'Evsizler Haritası' (Homeless Map) providing data-driven solutions for homelessness through anonymous mapping and inter-institutional coordination.
• DasDassupportingStrategic or Co-development PartnerHost of Kısalar Festivali bringing together performing artists for multi-disciplinary stage arts.
• Suna'nın KızlarımajorStrategic or Co-development PartnerCo-developer of 'Çocuk Odaklı Şehir' (Child-Focused City) platform providing data and analysis for cities to become more equitable and accessible for children.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• Kızılay (Turkish Red Crescent): Turkey's largest humanitarian aid organization, operating nationwide disaster relief, social services, and refugee assistance. Most directly comparable in mission and geography to İhtiyaç Haritası, though operating with a traditional warehouse/distribution model rather than a digital matching platform.
• GlobalGiving: Global crowdfunding and grantmaking platform for nonprofits, with rigorous due-diligence validation. İhtiyaç Haritası is itself validated by GlobalGiving; comparable in providing verified, transparent international donor access to high-impact local NGOs.
• GiveDirectly: Non-profit that delivers cash transfers directly to people in extreme poverty via digital rails. Highly comparable in mission (direct aid to verified recipients without intermediation) and tech-enabled distribution model.
• Habitat for Humanity: International nonprofit operating across 70+ countries with localized volunteer-driven housing programs. Comparable in NGO-driven, volunteer-supported, in-country program delivery for vulnerable populations.

Broad incumbents

• Benevity: Corporate-purpose and employee-giving platform used by major multinationals to channel donations, volunteering, and grants to vetted nonprofits. İhtiyaç Haritası is a downstream beneficiary on Benevity's rails; comparable as a CSR-infrastructure layer.
• GoFundMe: Largest consumer crowdfunding platform for personal, medical, and emergency needs. Comparable in connecting individual needs with individual donors at scale, though lacks GIS-based verification and field-curation.
• United Nations OCHA: UN Office for the Coordination of Humanitarian Affairs, running global humanitarian information management and coordination tools. Comparable to İhtiyaç Haritası in coordinating disaster response needs and resources, though at intergovernmental scale.

Others

• TechSoup Global: Nonprofit that builds and provides technology infrastructure, capacity-building, and digital tools to other nonprofits. Comparable to İhtiyaç Haritası's role as a social-impact technology provider (50+ platforms developed for NGOs, municipalities, social enterprises).
• Salesforce.org / Nonprofit Cloud: Enterprise CRM vendor's nonprofit arm providing discounted cloud software and grant management tools to NGOs and social enterprises. Comparable as enablement infrastructure that humanitarian and CSR organizations deploy at scale.

Regional players

• AFAD (Disaster and Emergency Management Authority of Türkiye): Turkish government agency coordinating disaster response nationwide. Comparable to İhtiyaç Haritası's disaster response and Afet Haritası platform, though governmental rather than cooperative and operating with traditional command-and-control structure.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks7 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Revenue estimate

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Number of profiles

Profiles8 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

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