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Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program offered by People for People

304 West Lincoln Avenue, Yakima, WA 98902

Eligibility
Residents of Yakima County who
  • Are ages 60 or older (55+ if American Indian/Alaska Native)
  • Have income below 185% of the Federal Poverty Level
Must be age 60 or 55 by June 15th of the year applying. Income must be no more than $2,461 per month for one person or $3,336 for two people. For each additional person, add $876.
Hours
M-F, 8am-4:30pm. Applications open May 4, 2026.
Application process
Call or visit website to apply. Application period is in the spring and lasts until all the vouchers are distributed. Online application is available in English and Spanish.
Fees
None.
Service area
Yakima, WA

Other Information

Languages

  • Interpreter services
  • Spanish
Provides low-income older adults with vouchers to purchase unprocessed, locally grown fruits, vegetables, herbs, and honey from authorized farmers markets and farm stores. The program:
  • Supports healthy eating
  • Helps stretch food budgets
  • Connects participants to local agriculture
Participants receive a one-time seasonal benefit of $80 loaded onto an electronic benefits card. Benefits can be used to buy items such as apples, berries, leafy greens, tomatoes, peppers and squash. Funds can only be used during the current market season, which runs from June through October. Complete the proxy form to allow family members to use the card. Free phone app allows users to track their benefit balance and purchase history as well as locate authorized markets.
Data provided by
Washington 211
Providing organization
People for People
Provides employment and training services, special needs transportation, brokered Non-Emergency Medical Transportation, 2-1-1 information and referrals, and senior nutrition, including Meals on Wheels.
Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program offered by People for People