Low-income Atlantic County residents 60 years and older can request a $40 credit to purchase fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs at participating local farmers markets beginning June 1 through November 25, 2025.
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 $2,413 per month or $28,953 per year for a single person and $3,261 per month or $39,128 annually for a couple.
Vouchers will be distributed in-person at select senior nutrition centers and senior facilities. A participating farmer will be in attendance on select dates.
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. A list of markets is available online at atlanticcountynj.gov.
Distribution events are scheduled as follows, 10 am – 1 pm at each location:
Tuesday, June 3 at the Leinweber Senior Center, Northfield
Thursday, June 5 at the Ventnor Senior Center
Wednesday, June 11 at the Galloway Senior Center
Thursday, June 12 at the Shalom House, Ventnor
Tuesday, June 17 at the Egg Harbor Township Senior Center
Thursday, June 19 at the Egg Harbor City Senior Center
Tuesday, June 24 at the Buena Senior Center
Thursday, June 26 at Jeffries Towers, Atlantic City
Tuesday, July 8 at the Hammonton Senior Center
Thursday, July 10 at the Brigantine Senior Center
Tuesday, July 15 at Beron Jewish Older Adult Services, Atlantic City
Residents may call 1-888-426-9243 Monday through Friday, 8:30 am – 4:30 pm for more information. Applications will not be accepted via phone until the week of July 21 for those who were unable to attend an in-person event. Vouchers will be provided on a first come, first serve basis.
