[Joseph Hayes]

Great question Phillip,

 

I asked the same to our food pantry program director and this is what I got back from her:

 

There are a few software systems that we have been looking into. I have listed the links to them below. The biggest concern that I have is the security of identifying student data. I am not sure if there is a way to use a check-in/out process that can utilize deidentified data (maybe an individualized barcode, etc). We definitely need to do some more research, as we really need a system in place as soon as possible. Google sheets isn’t really a fantastic solution! Anyhow – the top three contenders are below, in my order of preference.

 

PantrySoft – University Edition

 

Food Pantry Helper

 

Food Bank Manager

 

Looking forward to seeing continued conversation on this post!

 

-Joe

 

Joseph Hayes, Ed.D.

Director

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Division of Student Affairs

Campus Center

 

420 University Blvd., Suite 370

Indianapolis, IN 46202

317-278-8511 / 317-517-9752

hayesjom@iupui.edu

life.iupui.edu

 

 

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Original Message:
Sent: 10/18/2022 12:06:00 AM
From: Phillip Smith
Subject: Food Pantry Inventory

Hey all, looking for any information on a software for inventory and/ or pos used for a campus food pantry? Of course no money will be exchanged but want to be able track inventory electronically.

Thanks.  

Phillip 

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Phillip R. Smith, M.Ed.
Director of Student Activities
Temple University
Howard Gittis Student Center, Suite 219M
1755 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
P: 215-204-7131 E: phillip.smith@temple.edu
studentactivities.temple.edu
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[Phillip Smith]

Thanks Joe, 

It seems like PantrySoft integrates with banner for a Single Sign On feature. This might be the best option as they state they are ADA and FERPA Complient – 

https://www.pantrysoft.com/university-food-pantry-edition/

I wish that students could use their event pass from engage to check in, therefore not needing a different QR or access point. The simpler the better.

Phillip R. Smith, M.Ed. 

Director of Student Activities 

Advisor for Temple Student Government 

He/Him/His ( and why? ) 

 

Need to schedule a meeting with me? Click here  

 

 

 

My CliftonStrengths : Relator | Adaptability | Maximizer | Empathy | Strategic 

 

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Original Message:
Sent: 10/18/2022 12:55:00 PM
From: Joseph Hayes
Subject: RE: Food Pantry Inventory

Great question Phillip,

 

I asked the same to our food pantry program director and this is what I got back from her:

 

There are a few software systems that we have been looking into. I have listed the links to them below. The biggest concern that I have is the security of identifying student data. I am not sure if there is a way to use a check-in/out process that can utilize deidentified data (maybe an individualized barcode, etc). We definitely need to do some more research, as we really need a system in place as soon as possible. Google sheets isn’t really a fantastic solution! Anyhow ? the top three contenders are below, in my order of preference.

 

PantrySoft ? University Edition

 

Food Pantry Helper

 

Food Bank Manager

 

Looking forward to seeing continued conversation on this post!

 

-Joe

 

Joseph Hayes, Ed.D.

Director

Pronouns: He/Him/His

Division of Student Affairs

Campus Center

 

420 University Blvd., Suite 370

Indianapolis, IN 46202

317-278-8511 / 317-517-9752

hayesjom@iupui.edu

life.iupui.edu

 

 

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Original Message:
Sent: 10/18/2022 12:06:00 AM
From: Phillip Smith
Subject: Food Pantry Inventory

Hey all, looking for any information on a software for inventory and/ or pos used for a campus food pantry? Of course no money will be exchanged but want to be able track inventory electronically.

Thanks.  

Phillip 

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Phillip R. Smith, M.Ed.
Director of Student Activities
Temple University
Howard Gittis Student Center, Suite 219M
1755 N. 13th Street, Philadelphia, PA 19122
P: 215-204-7131 E: phillip.smith@temple.edu
studentactivities.temple.edu
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