There are programs out there to ensure that everyone, regardless of income, has consistent access to food. We understand that tracking down information about these programs such as eligibility requirements and how/where to apply can be frustrating. Do not fret, we’re here to help!
(SNAP ACCEPTED AT OUR MOBILE MARKET)
The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) issues electronic benefits that can be used like cash to purchase food. SNAP helps low-income working people, senior citizens, the disabled and others feed their families.
Food for your household to eat, such as:
bread and cereals
fruits and vegetables
meats, fish, and poultry
dairy products
Beer, wine, liquor, cigarettes or tobacco.
Any nonfood items, such as:
pet food, soap, paper products, household supplies, vitamins, and medicine.
Food that will be eaten in the store (ready to eat).
(WIC AND FMNP ACCEPTED AT OUR MOBILE MARKET)
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) offers nutrition education, breastfeeding support, referrals and a variety of nutritious foods to low-income pregnant, breastfeeding or postpartum women, infants and children up to age five to promote and support good health.
WIC improves the health of pregnant women, new mothers and their infants and children. The foods provided through WIC are a good source of nutrients often missing from the diets of women and young children. WIC participants have longer, healthier pregnancies and fewer premature births.
The Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) provides checks to women, infants, and children through the Women, Infants, and Children Program (WIC) and to seniors through the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) for the purchase of locally grown, fresh fruits and vegetables.
Fresh fruits and vegetables can be purchased with checks at farmers’ markets during the summer and fall. The program runs from June – November 30.