Beyond OCM: Why Universities Are Switching to My College Crate for Student Care Packages
Beyond OCM: Why Universities Are Switching to My College Crate for Student Care Packages
When it comes to student care packages, many universities have traditionally relied on OCM (Operation Care and Morale) as their go-to provider. However, forward-thinking campus organizations, residence life departments, and university administrators are discovering that there are compelling alternatives that offer better value, more customization, and superior service for their student populations.
The Changing Landscape of Campus Care Packages
Universities across the country are reevaluating their care package partnerships, seeking providers that better align with their specific needs and budget constraints. While OCM has been a familiar name in the space, institutions are finding that newer, more agile providers like My College Crate offer significant advantages that translate to better outcomes for students and more efficient operations for campus organizations.
Why Campus Organizations Are Making the Switch
Resident Life Departments: Enhanced Programming Plus Revenue Generation
Residence life departments are under constant pressure to create engaging programming that builds community while staying within tight budgets. Traditional providers often lock departments into rigid packages that don't align with actual student preferences or dietary needs, and offer no financial benefit to the university.
My College Crate offers resident life departments:
- Flexible pricing tiers that accommodate various departmental budgets
- Customizable contents that can be tailored to specific residence hall themes or events
- Bulk ordering discounts for floor programming and end-of-semester celebrations
- Quick turnaround times for last-minute events or emergency morale boosters
- Revenue sharing opportunities that turn care packages into a funding source for additional programming
"We switched from OCM to My College Crate for our residence hall programming, and not only do our students love the variety, but we're actually generating revenue that goes back into our programming budget. It's a win-win situation." - Sarah Martinez, Director of Residence Life, State University
Student Organizations: Maximizing Impact While Building Revenue
Greek life organizations, student government associations, and club sports teams need care package solutions that deliver maximum impact while maintaining fiscal responsibility to their members. With My College Crate's revenue-sharing model, these organizations can actually generate funding for other initiatives.
Key benefits for student organizations:
- Transparent pricing with no hidden fees or minimum order requirements
- Themed packages that can align with organizational events (finals week, bid day, championship games)
- Local sourcing options to support campus-area businesses
- Seasonal customization for holidays, homecoming, and graduation celebrations
- Revenue generation that can fund additional programming or reduce member fees
Campus Logistics: Streamlined Operations with Financial Benefits
University mailrooms and logistics departments know that care package delivery can create operational bottlenecks. Smart campus administrators are choosing providers that simplify rather than complicate their processes while also contributing to university revenue.
My College Crate's logistics advantages:
- Predictable delivery schedules that help mailrooms plan staffing
- Standardized packaging that reduces sorting time and storage space requirements
- Digital tracking systems that reduce inquiry calls to campus post offices
- Consolidated shipping options for large orders to minimize delivery disruptions
- Revenue sharing that helps offset operational costs
The Revenue-Sharing Advantage: A Game-Changer for Universities
About Our Partnership Program
Partnering with MyCollegeCrate.com through a revenue-sharing model offers significant advantages over building your own program or simply endorsing a traditional provider. This approach eliminates the heavy administrative burden, logistical challenges, and upfront costs of an in-house operation. You can leverage My College Crate's expertise in curation and fulfillment, leading to a better experience for families and students, while generating a new revenue stream for the university with minimal effort and financial risk.
How It Works
Tech Approach: We build a custom funnel page and provide a university-specific link (like: https://thecarecrateco.com/pages/gifts-for-college-students/**[college-name]**) that you can easily integrate into your existing campus communications. By creating a landing page specific to your university, we can attribute sales directly to your institution and provide regular revenue sharing payments.
Revenue Structure: Our tiered revenue-sharing model scales with your success, meaning the more your campus community engages with the program, the more revenue your university generates. We send revenue-sharing payments at the end of every semester based on accumulated sales volume.
What This Means for Different Campus Organizations
For Residence Life:
- Generate funding for additional programming without increasing student fees
- Create a sustainable revenue stream that grows with student engagement
- Reinvest earnings into improved residence hall amenities and activities
For Student Organizations:
- Offset operational costs through passive revenue generation
- Fund additional events and programming for members
- Reduce financial burden on student members while improving services
For University Administration:
- Create new revenue streams without additional staffing requirements
- Generate funds that can support student services and campus improvements
- Demonstrate innovative approaches to student engagement and financial sustainability
What Makes My College Crate Different
Curated for College Life
Every package is designed with actual college student preferences in mind:
- Study fuel essentials: Energy-boosting snacks perfect for late-night library sessions
- Comfort foods: Familiar brands that remind students of home
- Sharing-friendly items: Packages designed to bring floor-mates and roommates together
- Dietary accommodations: Options for students with allergies or dietary restrictions
University Partnership Program
My College Crate doesn't just sell packages—we partner with universities to create comprehensive care package solutions:
- Dedicated account managers for each university partnership
- Custom branding options featuring university logos and colors
- Seasonal programming support aligned with academic calendars
- Analytics and reporting to help optimize future orders and maximize revenue potential
- Revenue sharing that turns student care into institutional funding
Sustainability Focus
Modern universities prioritize environmental responsibility, and students increasingly expect sustainable practices:
- Eco-friendly packaging made from recycled materials
- Local sourcing when possible to reduce transportation emissions
- Minimal waste design with reusable containers and materials
- Carbon-neutral shipping options available
Success Stories from Forward-Thinking Universities
Mountain View University
Challenge: Their student government needed an affordable way to support students during finals week without depleting their programming budget.
Solution: Partnered with My College Crate for a "Finals Fuel" campaign and implemented the revenue-sharing program.
Results:
- 95% student satisfaction rating
- Generated significant semester-end revenue that funded additional spring programming
- Created a sustainable model for ongoing student support initiatives
Coastal State College
Challenge: Residence life department wanted to create a welcome package program for new students but needed something more personal than generic options, while also finding ways to generate additional programming revenue.
Solution: Developed custom "Seahawk Welcome Crates" featuring local snacks and university-branded items with integrated revenue-sharing model.
Results:
- 100% of new students received welcome packages
- Increased residence hall satisfaction scores by 23%
- Generated ongoing revenue that supports year-round programming
- Program became a recruitment tool for prospective students
Making the Transition: A Step-by-Step Guide
For Resident Life Departments:
- Assess current spending on care packages and student programming
- Survey students about snack preferences and dietary needs
- Request sample packages from My College Crate for staff evaluation
- Explore revenue-sharing opportunities to fund additional programming
- Pilot program with one residence hall before full implementation
- Measure results including student feedback and revenue generation
For Student Organizations:
- Calculate annual care package budget and identify cost-saving opportunities
- Identify key events where care packages would have maximum impact
- Explore bulk ordering options for recurring events
- Assess revenue generation potential for funding other initiatives
- Consider partnership opportunities with other campus organizations
- Implement feedback system to optimize future orders and revenue
For Campus Logistics:
- Evaluate current delivery challenges and operational pain points
- Assess storage capabilities for different package sizes and volumes
- Meet with My College Crate logistics team to discuss campus-specific needs
- Explore revenue-sharing integration with existing campus systems
- Develop delivery schedule that minimizes operational disruption
- Train staff on new processes and tracking systems
The Future of Campus Care Packages
Universities that make the switch to My College Crate aren't just changing suppliers—they're investing in a partnership that grows with their needs and generates ongoing revenue. As student expectations evolve and budget pressures intensify, having a flexible, responsive care package provider that also contributes to university funding becomes increasingly valuable.
Ready to Make the Switch?
If you're ready to move beyond OCM and discover what a true university partnership looks like, My College Crate is here to help. Our team of campus specialists works with universities of all sizes to create care package solutions that work for your specific needs while generating sustainable revenue streams.
Contact us today to:
- Schedule a consultation with our university partnership team
- Receive sample packages for evaluation
- Learn about our revenue-sharing program and potential earnings
- Get custom pricing for your specific needs
- Explore our university partnership program
Don't let outdated care package solutions hold back your student programming or miss out on potential revenue generation. Join the growing number of universities that have discovered the My College Crate advantage—better packages, better service, and better financial outcomes.
My College Crate: Where student care meets university excellence and financial sustainability. Contact us at help@mycollegecrate.com or visit our university partnership page to learn more about how we're helping campuses across the country create better care package experiences while generating meaningful revenue streams.