Free produce vouchers available for older adults
Each summer, the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides vouchers
redeemable for fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs to senior citizens at approved
local farmers markets, roadside stands and community-supported agriculture
programs. Plus, the program offers food for low-income women who are pregnant
or who have a child up to age 5 who is at nutritional risk. The program provides
low-income seniors with four vouchers, totaling $20, which they can exchange for
Pennsylvania-grown produce. To qualify for the program, individuals must be 60 or
older by Dec. 31st, with a total household income before taxes of less than
$20,036 for a single person and $26,955 for a couple. Proof of age and residency
also is required.
The vouchers will be made available to seniors at the Philadelphia Senior Center,
Broad and Lombard, from 2-4pm. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
starting July 12 until they run out.
To find a list of participating farmers markets, go here.
Each summer, the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program provides vouchers
redeemable for fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs to senior citizens at approved
local farmers markets, roadside stands and community-supported agriculture
programs. Plus, the program offers food for low-income women who are pregnant
or who have a child up to age 5 who is at nutritional risk. The program provides
low-income seniors with four vouchers, totaling $20, which they can exchange for
Pennsylvania-grown produce. To qualify for the program, individuals must be 60 or
older by Dec. 31st, with a total household income before taxes of less than
$20,036 for a single person and $26,955 for a couple. Proof of age and residency
also is required.
The vouchers will be made available to seniors at the Philadelphia Senior Center,
Broad and Lombard, from 2-4pm. Mondays, Tuesdays, Thursdays and Fridays
starting July 12 until they run out.
To find a list of participating farmers markets, go here.
| Farmers Markets in our Area Norris Square Farmers Market Susquehanna and Howard Thursday, July 1st , 3 pm - 7 pm Accepts ACCESS cards; Senior & WIC FMNP. Palmer Park (Frankford Avenue & E Palmer Street) Every Thursday from 2 pm- 6 pm Accepts ACCESS cards; Senior & WIC FMNP. Greensgrow Farmers Market (2501 E. Cumberland) Every Thursday 2pm-7pm; Every Saturday 10am-3pm Accepts ACCESS cards; Senior & WIC FMNP. Piazza Farmers Market (2nd & Germantown Ave) Every Saturday & Sunday 10am-3pm |
| Fresh Food in our Neighborhood |
Low-cost Produce Programs
LIFE (Local Initiative for Food Education)
Philly LIFE is a community driven food share for low-income families who are
currently receiving SNAP benefits. This program is the first of its kind in
Philadelphia. The program aims to provide the community with better access to
fresh fruits and vegetables, nutritional advice, and food preparation training.Once
a week, beginning Wednesday, June 23rd through September 29th, members will
receive a bag of all local
freshly harvested fruits and vegetables.
For more information or to sign up for a share, contact Noelle via email at
noelle@greensgrow.org or call Noelle at 267-283-6787. You can also stop by
Greensgrow's office at 2503 E. Firth Street, Tues. through Sat., between the
hours of 10AM and 4PM.
Farm to Families Program
Every Thursday from 4:00 to 8:00 PM at Temple Presbyterian Church (7th and
Thompson) This is a new opportunity to buy fresh, affordable food in our
neighborhood. You are eligible for the Farm to Families program if you live in the
19122 zip code and have a household income below these levels: 1 PERSON
$17,328; 2 PEOPLE $23,316; 3 PEOPLE $29,304; 4 PEOPLE $35,292; 5 PEOPLE
$41,280; 6 PEOPLE $47,268.
Boxes of fresh fruits, vegetables, eggs, and poultry can be purchased for $5, $10,
or $15. Orders must be made a week in advance and then picked up from Temple
Presbyterian Church (7th and Thompson) between 4:00 and 8:00 PM on
Thursdays. All produce comes from local farms. This program is sponsored by St.
Christopher's Foundation for Children, the Eastern North Philadelphia Coalition,
and the Women's Community Revitalization Project. If you are interested, contact
Elizabeth Ferrer at eferrer@wcrpphila.com or 215-627-5550 ext 207 or
by cell phone at 267-977-7214.
