Transforming Communities Through Gratitude
Our pilot program in Comuna 13 will demonstrate how gratitude can rebuild social fabric and create economic opportunity in communities that need it most.
About the Pilot Program
Comuna 13 represents the perfect testing ground for Gratitopia—a community with rich social bonds ready to be strengthened through our gratitude economy.
Community-Driven
Being designed with input from Comuna 13 residents to meet their unique needs
Local Empowerment
Will support local businesses and strengthen neighborhood connections
Measurable Impact
Will track social cohesion, well-being, and economic activity
Sustainable Growth
Building a model that can expand to other communities worldwide
Projected Impact
Our goals for the Comuna 13 pilot program
Community Vision
Hear from community members who are excited about Gratitopia
María Rodríguez
Local Shop Owner
"I'm excited for Gratitopia to bring new customers to my store and remind us all of the power of gratitude. I look forward to every Gratita feeling like a blessing from my community."
Carlos Gómez
Community Leader
"This will be more than an app—it's a movement. I hope to see neighbors reconnect, strangers become friends, and our whole community grow stronger through simple acts of appreciation."
Ana Silva
Mother of Three
"I want my children to learn the value of gratitude every day. When they earn Gratitas for helping others, they'll see how kindness creates real value in our community."
How the Program Will Work
A phased approach to sustainable community transformation
Planned Timeline
Community Engagement
January 2026Meeting with local leaders, gathering input, and building relationships with vendors and residents
Vendor Onboarding
February 2026Recruiting and training local businesses to accept Gratitas as payment
Beta Launch
March 2026Inviting first 100 users to test the platform and provide feedback
Full Launch & Expansion
April - August 2026Opening to entire community and measuring long-term impact
Target Goals
Aim for 87% of users to feel more connected to their community
Target average of 3+ gratitude posts per user per week
Partner with 40+ local businesses to increase foot traffic
Goal: 68% of Gratitas redeemed within 30 days of earning
Become a model for community innovation featured in local media