Proof of Usefulness Report

Fire Foundation

Analysis completed on 1/28/2026

+29
Proof of Usefulness Score
You're In Business

The submission represents a legitimate, established non-profit (FIRE Foundation, est. 1996) with clear social utility in inclusive education. However, the project submission is extremely low quality, containing hyperbolic and false claims (e.g., 'most people have used my product', 'everyone' audience), and lacks any technological innovation or relevant metrics. While the organization itself has merit, the Proof of Usefulness framework heavily penalizes the lack of technical depth, poor data quality, and the non-technological nature of the entry.

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Score Breakdown

Real World Utility+12.75
Audience Reach Impact+3.00
Technical Innovation+0.75
Evidence Of Traction+6.25
Market Timing Relevance+4.00
Functional Completeness+0.50
Subtotal+27.25
Usefulness Multiplierx1.08
Final Score+29

Project Details

Project URL
firefoundation.org
Description
FIRE opens doors. And hearts. Through fundraising and advocacy, FIRE lights the way for children with special needs to share in the opportunities that Catholic schools provide. Without funding from FIRE, most students with special learning needs would not be able to attend Catholic schools. By fostering a culture of acceptance and compassion, ALL students benefit from inclusion as they grow together in faith, knowledge and friendship. FIRE’s model of funding and advocacy has become a national model for inclusive Catholic education.

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