SENIOR FARMERS’ MARKET NUTRITION PROGRAM NOW AVAILABLE
6/9/20
The annual Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program is available in Allegheny County. Eligible individuals may receive one set of checks worth $24 to be spent at participating farmers’ markets.
Eligibility includes:
- Allegheny County resident
- 60 years of age or older (by December 31, 2020)
- Meet the income guidelines (self-reported)
- One-person household: At or below $23,606
- Two-person household: At or below $31,894
- Married couples may each receive one set of checks
- Older adults living in a residential facility that provides meals are not eligible to receive checks
Due to COVID-19, the 2020 Farmers Market Program will look different this year. The distribution of checks will not occur at senior centers. Instead, checks will be distributed by mail to eligible Allegheny County residents who complete an application. You can download an application at https://www.alleghenycounty.us/Human-Services/Programs-Services/Basic-Needs/Senior-Farmers-Market-Nutrition-Program.aspx.
Applications also can be requested by emailing AAA-SFMNP@alleghenycounty.us or by calling 412-350-4219. Only completed applications received by Sept. 24, 2020 will be processed.
Check distribution begins Tuesday, June 16. Distribution is on a first come, first serve basis.
The checks may be used through November 30,2020 to purchase produce grown in the commonwealth or purchased directly from the PA farmer.
Produce examples include apples, beans, berries, carrots, grapes, melons, spinach, and tomatoes. The entire $6 check must be used at the time of purchase. Lost or stolen checks will not be replaced.