PushCoin
The private and secure Student Wallet
Overview
PushCoin is a mobile-friendly website and payment system for K-12 schools. It allows parents to fund a 'Wallet' for their students, which can be used for discretionary spending like cafeteria lunches. Parents can also pay for mandatory school fees. The system is designed to be efficient for schools and convenient for parents, offering multiple ways to add funds and monitor student spending.
✨ Key Features
- Student Digital Wallet
- Online Fee Payments
- Lunch Account Funding
- Transaction Monitoring for Parents
- Mobile-Friendly Web Interface
- Webstore for other school items (field trips, etc.)
🎯 Key Differentiators
- Concept of a 'Student Wallet' for discretionary spending vs. just a meal account
- Mobile-first web design that acts like an app without needing an installation
- Clear separation of 'Wallet' funds and 'Fees' balances for parents
Unique Value: Provides a secure and flexible digital wallet for students, giving parents control and visibility over school spending for both lunches and other fees in a simple, mobile-friendly platform.
🎯 Use Cases (5)
✅ Best For
- Used by K-12 school districts for all financial transactions, including cafeteria purchases and fee payments.
💡 Check With Vendor
Verify these considerations match your specific requirements:
- Higher education institutions
- Schools needing integrated menu planning or inventory management
🏆 Alternatives
The 'Wallet' concept is more flexible than a dedicated lunch account, allowing for a broader range of school-based purchases and better financial literacy for students.
💻 Platforms
🔌 Integrations
🛟 Support Options
- ✓ Email Support
🔒 Compliance & Security
💰 Pricing
Free tier: eCheck/ACH funding is often free for parents, while credit/debit card payments incur a processing fee.
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