New app aims to revolutionize food pantries and emergency preparedness
NCT ID NCT05880004
First seen Jan 05, 2026 · Last updated Jun 23, 2026 · Updated 25 times
Summary
This study is testing a mobile app called SAFPAS to help food pantries in Baltimore recruit volunteers, offer clients a choice of foods, and communicate during emergencies. About 360 regular pantry clients will take part, and researchers will measure whether the app leads to healthier food bags. The goal is to create a tool that can be used by food assistance programs nationwide.
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Johns Hopkins University
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What this could mean
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Active substance
mobile application (SAFPAS)
What this could lead to
If successful, this app could help food pantries across the U.S. provide healthier food choices and stay prepared for emergencies.
What could go wrong
This is an early-stage study with 20 pantries in one city, so results may not apply everywhere. The app's impact on actual health outcomes is not yet proven.
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