Low-income Atlantic County residents 60 years and older can request a $50 credit to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs at participating local farmers markets beginning July 1 through Nov. 29.
The Atlantic County Division of Intergenerational Services will provide access and information to interested residents who meet the age and income eligibility guidelines established by the state: annual gross income that does not exceed $2,322 per month or $27,261 per year for a single person and $3,152 per month or $37,814 annually for a couple.
Residents may call 1-888-426-9243 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday to request participation.
Those who meet the requirements will receive a QR code that can be used at the time of purchases and will automatically track spending and remaining balances. QR codes are not transferable and cannot be replaced if lost or stolen. The $50 credit can be used all at once or in multiple purchases. Participation is on a first come, first serve basis.
Participating markets include:
C.R.O.P.S. Markets
3501 Atlantic Avenue, Atlantic City
18 N. 1st St,, Pleasantville
Pinelands Farms
209 Union Road, Hammonton
A.T. Buzby FarmWm. Schober Sons
Margate Community Farmer’s Market
9700 Amherst Ave., Margate
