Computing for good

Supplier Onboarding Guide

Step 1: Sign In with Google

  1. Visit the MAFC website
  2. Click the "Sign In" button in the top right corner
  3. Choose "Sign in with Google"
  4. Select your business Google account
  5. Grant permission for MAFC to access your basic profile information

Step 2: Complete Onboarding

After signing in, you'll be taken through the onboarding process:

  1. Select "Supplier" as your role when prompted
  2. Read and accept the platform terms of service
  3. Confirm your understanding of donation guidelines

Step 3: Fill in Supplier Details

Complete your supplier profile with accurate business information:

  • Business Name: Your official company or organization name
  • Address: Complete business address for pickup coordination
  • Contact Information: Phone number and preferred contact method
  • Business Type: Restaurant, grocery store, food manufacturer, etc.
  • Donation Preferences: Types of food you typically donate
  • Pickup Locations: Where nonprofits can collect donations

Step 4: Post Your First Product

Now you're ready to make your first food donation available:

  1. Navigate to the "Post Product" section
  2. Select the product category (Protein, Produce, Shelf-Stable, etc.)
  3. Enter product details:
    • Product name and description
    • Quantity and measurement unit (pounds, cases, servings, etc.)
    • Expiration date (if applicable)
    • Storage requirements (refrigerated, frozen, dry storage)
  4. Set pickup timeframe (same day, next day, within 3 days, etc.)
  5. Specify pickup location and any special instructions
  6. Choose donation type (donation or available for purchase)
  7. Review all information and click "Post Product"

Step 5: What Happens After Posting

Initial Status

Your product will appear as "Available" in the system. Nonprofits can now browse and claim your donation.

When a Nonprofit Claims

  1. You'll receive a notification about the claim
  2. Review the nonprofit's information and legitimacy
  3. Confirm or reject the claim based on your availability
  4. If confirmed, the status changes to "Reserved"

Pickup Coordination

  • The nonprofit will contact you to arrange pickup details
  • Agree on a specific date and time within your posted timeframe
  • Prepare the product for pickup as described
  • Ensure someone is available at the pickup location

Completion

  1. Once pickup is complete, mark the product as "Picked Up"
  2. This helps track successful donations and platform impact
  3. You can view donation history in your supplier dashboard