Low-income Atlantic County residents 60 years and older can receive a $40 credit to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs at participating farmers markets May through Nov. 30.
The Atlantic County Division of Intergenerational Services will provide the credits at six distribution events between May 20 and June 24 to interested residents who meet the age and income eligibility guidelines established by the state - an annual gross income that does not exceed $2,461 per month or $29,526 per year for a single person, and $3,337 per month or $40,034 annually for a couple.
Residents who are unable to attend any of these in-person events may call the division to apply on Monday, June 29 at 1-888-426-9243. Phone applications will not be accepted before this date.
Applicants must provide identification, proof of income and proof of residency. Those who meet the requirements will receive a QR code with a $40 balance that can be used all at once or in multiple trips to participating farmers markets. QR codes are non-transferable and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen.
Vouchers will be provided on a first come, first served basis.
Distribution events are scheduled for each Wednesday as follows:
May 20, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Shoreview Building, 101 S. Shore Rd., Northfield
May 27, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Buena Senior Center, 604 Central Ave., Minotola
June 3, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Egg Harbor Township Senior Center, 5045 English Creek Ave.
June 10, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Jeffries Towers, 227 N. Vermont Ave., Atlantic City
June 17, 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Galloway Senior Center, 621 W. White Horse Pike
June 24, 10 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Shoreview Building, 101 S. Shore Rd., Northfield
