Help for Low-Income Seniors
The Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program is designed to provide low-income seniors with access to locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey and herbs.
SFMNP Serves
Low-income seniors, generally defined as individuals who are at least 60 years old and who have household incomes of not more than 185% of the federal poverty income guidelines.
Common Locations:
- Farmers
- Farmers Markets
- Roadside Stands
SFMNP currently operates in 57 states. Check to see if your state agency operates a SFMNP.
About SFMNP Program
FNS awards grants to states, the District of Columbia, U.S. Territories, and federally-recognized Indian tribal governments. The program is administered by state agencies such as a state Department of Agriculture or Aging.
The Farm Bill provides federal funding for the program. Ninety percent of federal funds support food costs and 10 percent of federal funds support administrative costs of the program.
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