Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP)
Run by USDA Food and Nutrition Service, a federal agency
Provides low-income seniors with coupons to buy fresh, locally grown fruits, vegetables, and herbs directly at farmers' markets, roadside stands, and CSA farms. Available in 27+ states.
- Award
- $20–$50/season in market coupons (varies by state)
- Deadline
- Seasonal, typically May–November
- Run by
- USDA Food and Nutrition Service
- Federal
Who it's for
- Age 60 or older (55 for Native Americans in some states)
- Income at or below 185% of federal poverty level
- Available in participating states, check USDA for your state
USDA Food and Nutrition Service decides who gets help.
How to apply
You apply on the program's own website. GrantLantern doesn't process applications. We link you straight to the source.
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Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is one option. What else may help?
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Where this comes from
Details are based on the program's official information. USDA Food and Nutrition Service decides who is eligible, not GrantLantern. Check current requirements on their site before you apply.