How to apply for Pennsylvania Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) — $25 Produce Vouchers

Who it's for

The Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program gives Pennsylvanians age 60 or older (or turning 60 by December 31) a one-time $25 benefit each year, paid as five $5 vouchers. Use them to buy Pennsylvania-grown fruits, vegetables, and cut herbs from approved farmers at markets and farm stands. Household income must be at or below $29,526 for one person or $40,034 for two. Vouchers are handed out by your county Area Agency on Aging, usually in person, first come, first served, during the summer. The market season runs June 1 through November 30. Call your county aging office to find out when and where vouchers are given out.

What you'll need

• Valid Pennsylvania ID showing age 60+ (or turning 60 by December 31)
• Proof of county residence
• Signed SFMNP application / Rights and Responsibilities form (self-declared household income)

Where to apply

Step by step

1. Check that you qualify. You must be age 60 or older, or turn 60 by December 31. Your household income must be at or below the program limit. You also cannot live in a nursing home or another place where meals are provided.
2. Gather your documents. Have a valid Pennsylvania ID that shows your age, proof that you live in the county, and the signed SFMNP application and Rights and Responsibilities form with your self-declared household income.
3. Apply online.
4. Contact your county Area Agency on Aging to ask when and where vouchers are handed out in your county.
5. Pick up your vouchers if approved. Vouchers are usually handed out in person during the summer and are available first come, first served.
6. Use the five $5 vouchers during market season to buy Pennsylvania-grown fruits, vegetables, and cut herbs from approved farmers at markets and farm stands.

What to expect: After you apply, your county Area Agency on Aging handles voucher pickup and distribution. This is a small seasonal benefit of $25 once each program year, and supplies are limited, so ask your county office for current pickup details. The market season runs from June 1 through November 30. You must apply again each year if you want the benefit again.

Renewals

annual