Feed More.
Count Less.
The inventory tool for high-volume food pantries. Scan barcodes, sync teams in real-time, and speed up your distribution lines.
Add inventory in seconds.
Scan a barcode once. The system remembers it forever. No more manual typing.
Speed up your serving line.
Built for the chaotic reality of food distribution. Three steps to a faster pantry.
Step 01
Spot Expired Goods
Instantly.
Volunteers move fast. Food Arca moves faster. The app automatically flags expired items with Red Tags so you never accidentally distribute bad food.
Automatic date checking
Clear visual warnings
Step 02
Build Carts with
One Scan.
Don't waste time searching lists. Use the camera to scan items directly. Our Smart Cache identifies items instantly.
Instant product recognition
No manual typing needed
Step 03
Checkout
Your Way.
Every distribution is different. Toggle Anonymous Mode for fast grab-and-go events, or track client history for detailed grant reporting.
Grant-ready reports
Fast queue processing
Pro Tip:
"We use Anonymous Mode for our Saturday drive-thrus to keep the line moving!"
Track the Impact.
Stop guessing who you’ve served. Food Arca keeps a secure, searchable history of every distribution while balancing detailed grant reporting with client dignity.
Dignified Data
Keep secure histories for each client or log anonymous 'Walk-ins'—all in one report.
Audit-Ready History
See exactly who received 'Sweet Potatoes' or 'Beans' and when. Ensure fair distribution across your community.
One continuous workflow.
Data flows seamlessly across your entire team in real-time. From the loading dock to the grant report.
1. Scan & Log
Scan an item once. The system pulls basic details instantly. No more manual typing or guessing what's in the box.
- Mobile Camera Support
- Instant Identification
2. Global Sync
The moment an item is scanned, it's visible to the whole organization. From the warehouse floor to the director's laptop.
- Real-time Updates
- Unlimited Users
3. Grant Compliance
Automatically calculate item value, waste, and client history. Export audit-ready reports for federal programs in one click.
- Estimate Value Tracking
- CSV & Excel Exports
Simple, transparent pricing.
Start for free. Upgrade when you're ready to grow.
Mobile Camera Scanning Real-Time Sync Secure Cloud Storage
Free Forever
Food Arca Pilot
Manage your first 50 items with ALL Pro Features.
- CSV Exports
- 1 Team Users
- Client History
Starter
Basic
$15/mo
800 Item Barcodes
5 Users (Admin+1)
300 Family Profiles
View-Only (No Export)
Most Popular
Pro
$30/mo
3,000 Item Barcodes
10 Team Size
1,500 Family Profiles
One-Click CSV Exports
Network
Enterprise
Custom
Multi-Location Sync
HQ Admin Dashboard
Unlimited Capacity
Dedicated Support
Feature Comparison
Pilot
Inventory Limit 50 Items
Client Profiles 100
Team Size 1 Users
Data Exports
Basic
Inventory Limit 800 Items
Client Profiles 300 Families
Team Size 5 Users
Data Exports
Best Value
Pro
Inventory Limit 3,000 Items
Client Profiles 1,500 Families
Team Size 10 Users
Data Exports
| Feature | Pilot | Basic | Pro | Enterprise |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Inventory Limit | 50 Items | 800 Items | 3,000 Items | Unlimited |
| Client Profiles | 100 Families | 300 Families | 1,500 Families | Unlimited |
| Team Size | 1 Users | 5 Users | 10 Users | Unlimited |
| Data Exports (CSV) | ||||
| Multi-Location |
Frequently asked questions
Is the platform secure for client data?
Yes. We adhere to strict privacy standards and use bank-level encryption. You can also choose to track clients anonymously if preferred.
Can I export my data?
Absolutely. Pro and Enterprise plans offer one-click exports to CSV and Excel files for grant reporting.
Do I need to install an app?
No installation required. Food Arca is a web-based platform that works instantly on any phone, tablet, or computer with a browser.
Are there limits to inventory items?
Yes. The Free Pilot handles 50 items. Basic handles 150 items. Pro handles 5,000+ items.