SNAP
Use your EBT card at the market information table to receive SNAP tokens to spend with participating food vendors.
Learn about SNAP food benefitsMarket food programs
Fresh local food within reach.
Our food programs help more neighbors bring home healthy food while directly supporting local farmers and producers.
Food benefits welcome
Shop with confidence.
Visit the market information table when you arrive. We’ll explain what you can use, where you can spend it, and how to receive matching Market Double Bucks.
WIC FMNP
We welcome eligible WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program food benefits for approved produce from participating vendors.
Learn about WIC FMNP food benefitsSenior FMNP
Senior FMNP vouchers are accepted from July 1 through September 30 for eligible fruits, vegetables, honey, and fresh-cut herbs.
Learn about Senior FMNP food benefitsMarket Double Bucks
Double your purchasing power.
Eligible shoppers can receive extra market tokens to buy fresh fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, eggs, breads, jams, and more.
For SNAP recipients
Swipe your EBT card at the market information table and receive SNAP tokens to spend with participating vendors. We’ll also match up to $20 in SNAP food benefits with Market Double Bucks tokens. Using $20 in SNAP provides $40 total to spend at the market.
For Senior FMNP recipients
Show the vouchers you plan to use that day at the market information table. We’ll match their value in tokens—for example, $20 in vouchers receives $20 in tokens.
For WIC FMNP recipients
Show your WIC FMNP benefit card at the market information table. Our team will explain where the food benefits can be used and provide any eligible Market Double Bucks match.
Before you shop
How the food programs work
- Check in.Bring the benefit card or vouchers you plan to use and visit the information table.
- Receive your match.We’ll confirm the benefit and provide any eligible Market Double Bucks tokens.
- Shop local.Use your vouchers or tokens for eligible foods from participating market vendors.
What can I buy with Market Double Bucks?
Double Bucks tokens follow SNAP-eligible food guidelines. They can be used for foods including fresh fruits and vegetables, meats and seafood, eggs, breads, jams, and more. Ask at the information table if you are unsure whether a particular product qualifies.
How do SNAP food benefits work at the market?
Swipe your EBT card at the market information table and choose the amount you want to use. You’ll receive SNAP tokens to spend with participating vendors, plus a Market Double Bucks match of up to $20 per market day.
How does the Senior FMNP match work?
Beginning July 1, bring the Senior FMNP vouchers you plan to use that day to the information table. We’ll provide an equal value in matching tokens. For example, $20 in vouchers receives an additional $20 in tokens.
What can Senior FMNP vouchers purchase?
Senior FMNP vouchers may be spent with approved vendors on eligible fresh fruits and vegetables, honey, and fresh-cut herbs. The North Carolina program operates from July 1 through September 30.
Who is eligible for Senior FMNP?
North Carolina’s program serves eligible lower-income adults age 60 and older in participating counties. Vouchers are limited and are not guaranteed to everyone who qualifies. The state’s program page has current income requirements, participating agencies, and application guidance.
Who supports Market Double Bucks?
Market Double Bucks launched with support from FirstHealth of the Carolinas, helping local residents purchase more healthy food while supporting area farmers and food producers.
Start at the market information table.
Our team will help you get started. To learn about Senior FMNP eligibility and voucher availability, visit the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.