May 28, 2024 – This year’s Senior Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) begins June 1, 2024.
SFMNP is designed to help supplement the diets of low-income seniors with fresh, nutritious produce while supporting South Carolina's local farmers. This seasonal USDA grant program allows qualifying individuals to purchase unprocessed fruits and vegetables from authorized farmers’ markets, roadside stands, and community-supported agriculture programs.
For 2024, eligible participants will receive $50 in the form of five checks ($10 each) to spend at participating authorized locations. Qualified seniors will need to visit a designated location in their county of residence, complete an application and present photo identification to participate. If approved, the qualified senior will receive their checks the same day. Applications will be accepted, and checks will be distributed on a first-come, first-serve basis in the senior’s county of residence.
To qualify, South Carolina residents must be age 60 or older with a yearly income of $26,973 or less ($36,482 for 2 people), report their household size (jointly or separately), and have a legal form of identification.
To find a local distribution center by county, please click visit dss.sc.gov. For a list of authorized farmers’ markets, please visit dss.sc.gov.
SFMNP is available in all 46 counties this year thanks in part to SCDSS’ commitment to community partnerships and collaboration with senior serving organizations and non-profits throughout the state. SCDSS is continuing the partnership with Coastal Carolina National Bank (CCNB), to process the payments for the program. SCDSS appreciates CCNB for their support and partnership in helping to serve senior citizens and families. The SFMNP is administered by the South Carolina Department of Social Services. For more information, contact Willie Nixon at (803) 898-1760 or email SFMNP-Applications@dss.sc.gov.
For more information about the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program please click visit dss.sc.gov.
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SOUTH CAROLINA DEPARTMENT OF SOCIAL SERVICES WWW.DSS.SC.GOV
P.O. BOX 1520 COLUMBIA, SC 29202
2024 Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program Distribution Site Listing
County
Colleton
Distribution Site
Colleton County Museum Contact: Letisha Scotland (843-473-3959)
June 7, 2024 10:00 am-12:00 pm
506 E. Washington St.
Walterboro, SC 29488
Bethlehem Baptist Church June 14, 2024 10:00 am-12:00 pm
12898 Round O Road
Round O, SC 29474
New Covenant Fellowship June 21, 2024 10:00 am-12:00 pm
2593 Clover Hill Rd.
Green Pond, SC 29446
