Proof of Usefulness Report

Capital Roots

Analysis completed on 1/23/2026

+268
Proof of Usefulness Score
Gaining Momentum

Capital Roots is a verified, long-standing (est. 1975) non-profit in NY's Capital Region with ~$3.3M annual revenue and significant real-world utility in food security. While the project is legitimate and impactful, the submission itself was poor, containing vague claims ('everyone', 'most people') and lacking technical detail. The score reflects strong organizational fundamentals and utility, penalized for a lack of technological innovation and low-quality submission evidence.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+23.75
Audience Reach Impact+4.00
Technical Innovation+1.50
Evidence Of Traction+17.00
Market Timing Relevance+8.00
Functional Completeness+0.50
Subtotal+54.75
Usefulness Multiplierx4.9
Final Score+268

Project Details

Project URL
capitalroots.org
Description
From the opening of its first gardens in 1975, to the dynamic and multifaceted organization of today, Capital Roots has worked to reduce the impact of poor nutrition on public health in New York's Capital Region. Capital Roots organizes community gardens, improves access to healthy food, offers nutrition and horticulture education for all ages and coordinates urban greening programs in Albany, Rensselaer, Schenectady and southern Saratoga counties. Visit www.capitalroots.org or click on the Services tab to learn more about our programs.

Algorithm Insights

Market Position
Growing utility with room for optimization
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