Design and Implementation of a Web-Based Food Donation System Using ReactJS and Spring Boot

Food wastage and hunger coexist as major social problems, especially in developing regions. Large amounts of surplus food generated by households, restaurants, and events are often wasted due to lack of proper coordination, while many people, NGOs, and shelters suffer from food scarcity. This paper presents the design and implementation of a web-based Food Donation Management System that digitally connects food donors and receivers through a centralized platform. The proposed system is developed using ReactJS for the frontend and Spring Boot for the backend, ensuring scalability, security, and responsiveness. The platform provides separate modules for donors and receivers with secure login and signup using mobile numbers. Donors can submit food details such as food name, quantity, expiry date, and availability, while receivers including NGOs, ashrams, and individuals can request food and track delivery status. The system also provides donation history and real-time status updates, ensuring transparency and accountability. Experimental results demonstrate that the proposed solution effectively reduces food wastage, improves donation management, and enhances accessibility for social welfare organizations.