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Automate NGO Aid Request Management with Telegram, GPT-4, and Google Sheets

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NGO TPM Request Management System

Benefits

For Beneficiaries:

  • 24/7 Accessibility - Submit requests anytime via familiar Telegram interface
  • Language Flexibility - Communicate in Arabic through text or voice messages
  • Instant Acknowledgment - Receive immediate confirmation that requests are logged
  • No Technical Barriers - Works on basic smartphones without special apps

For TPM Teams:

  • Centralized Tracking - All requests automatically logged with timestamps and user details
  • Smart Prioritization - AI categorizes issues by urgency and type for efficient response
  • Action Guidance - Specific recommended actions generated for each request type
  • Performance Analytics - Track response patterns and common issues over time

For NGO Operations:

  • Cost Reduction - Automated intake reduces manual processing overhead
  • Data Quality - Standardized categorization ensures consistent reporting
  • Audit Trail - Complete record of all beneficiary interactions for compliance
  • Scalability - Handle high volumes without proportional staff increases

How it Works

  1. Multi-Input Reception - Accepts both text messages and voice recordings via Telegram
  2. Voice Transcription - Uses OpenAI Whisper to convert Arabic voice messages to text
  3. AI Categorization - GPT-4 analyzes requests and categorizes issues (aid distribution, logistics, etc.)
  4. Action Planning - AI generates specific recommended actions for TPM team in Arabic
  5. Data Logging - Records all requests, categories, and actions in Google Sheets with user details
  6. Confirmation Feedback - Sends acknowledgment message back to users via Telegram

Set up Steps

Setup Time: ~20 minutes

  1. Create Telegram Bot - Get bot token from @BotFather and configure webhook
  2. Configure APIs - Set up OpenAI (transcription + chat) and Google Sheets credentials
  3. Customize AI Prompts - Adjust system messages for your NGO's specific operations
  4. Set Up Spreadsheet - Link Google Sheets for request tracking and reporting
  5. Test Workflows - Verify both text and voice message processing paths

Detailed Arabic language configuration and TPM-specific categorization examples are included as sticky notes within the workflow.


What You'll Need:

  • Telegram Bot Token (free from @BotFather)
  • OpenAI API key (Whisper + GPT-4)
  • Google Sheets API credentials
  • Google Spreadsheet for logging requests
  • Sample Arabic text/voice messages for testing

Key Features:

  • Dual input support (text + voice messages)
  • Arabic language processing and responses
  • Structured data extraction (category + recommended action)
  • Complete audit trail with user information
  • Real-time confirmation messaging
  • TPM team-specific workflow optimization