Proof of Usefulness Report

Candid

Analysis completed on 2/2/2026

+591
Proof of Usefulness Score
Industry Mainstay

Candid is the dominant data infrastructure provider for the US nonprofit sector (formed by the merger of GuideStar and Foundation Center), generating over $100M in revenue with ~600 employees. While the submission itself was low-quality (generic claims, invalid email format), the verifiable external reality of the project places it in the highest tier of utility and reach. The score reflects its status as critical industry infrastructure ('Unicorn' scale), heavily penalized only in the 'Response Quality' metric due to the submitter's lack of effort.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility191.1 (Weighted)
Audience Reach Impact148.2 (Weighted)
Technical Innovation73.1 (Weighted)
Evidence Of Traction154.4 (Weighted)
Market Timing Relevance55.3 (Weighted)
Functional Completeness1.6 (Weighted)
Subtotal+623.7
Usefulness Multiplierx0.94
Final Score+591

Project Details

Project URL
https://candid.org
Description
Candid is a nonprofit that provides the most comprehensive data and insights about the social sector. Every year, millions of nonprofits spend trillions of dollars around the world. We find out where that money comes from, where it goes, and why it matters. Through research, collaboration, and training, Candid connects people who want to change the world to the resources they need to do it. Find out more at candid.org Candid is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Visit candid.org to learn more.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Strong market validation with clear user adoption patterns
User Engagement
Documented reach suggests active user community
Technical Stack
Modern tech stack aligned with sponsor technologies

Recommendations to Increase Usefulness Score

Document User Growth

Provide specific metrics on user acquisition and retention rates

Showcase Revenue Model

Detail sustainable monetization strategy and current revenue streams

Expand Evidence Base

Include testimonials, case studies, and third-party validation

Technical Roadmap

Share development milestones and feature completion timeline