Fresh Food Access Lehigh Valley
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Senior Farmers Market
Nutrition Program
Farmers Market Checks will be available starting June 1, 2025
Income-eligible Seniors who apply for the SFMNP program receive five $5 SFMNP checks ($25) that they can use to buy fresh local produce from participating farms between June 1st-November 30th, 2025.
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To be eligible for SFMNP Seniors must be 60 years of age or older and have a household income below the following:​
You must apply for SFMNP checks in your county of residence by mailing or dropping off your application at your county's Aging on Aging office between June 1st-September 30th. Once your application is processed, they will mail you your checks. Some counties also offer in person check distributions.
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All persons wishing to receive SFMNP checks must provide proof of age and residence.
A proxy may obtain SFMNP checks on behalf of a senior. Proxies must sign a proxy form provide identification with date of birth and address of the senior. An individual may serve as a proxy for up to 4 individuals. Proxies may also use the vouchers on a seniors' behalf. ​​
​If you are eligible, please apply! When you shop with your vouchers you get amazing produce while directly supporting the farmers in your community!​​
Below are details on how to apply for and receive checks in Lehigh and Northampton Counties.
If you live in a different county, contact your county's Area Agency on Aging directly for application submission information or give us a call and we can help direct you!
How to Apply: Lehigh and Northampton County Residents
Northampton County Residents
Lehigh County Residents
Northampton County Area Agency on Aging:
610-829-6500
Lehigh County Adult and Aging Services:
610-782-3034
Once your application is approved, your FMNP vouchers will be sent to you by mail. Applicants may apply by mail, email, or in-person.
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In Person:
Northampton County offers in person check distribution at the Agency on Aging office and at select senior centers. Fill out your application and receive checks on the spot!
2025 Dates to Be Announced. ​
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​By Mail and Email:
Download an application below or contact Northampton County Area Agency on Aging to request that a paper application be mailed to you.
Phone: (610) 559-3270
Email: fmnp@NorCoPa.org
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Completed applications can be sent to:
Email: fmnp@NorCoPa.gov
Mail or Drop Off:
Northampton County Area Agency on Aging
2801 Emrick Blvd., Bethlehem, PA 18020
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Once your application is approved, your FMNP vouchers will be sent to you via mail. Applicants may apply by mail or email. Lehigh County does not offer in-person applications or distribution.
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​By Mail and Email:
Download an application below, or call or email Lehigh County Adult and Aging Services to request that an application be mailed to you.
Phone: (610) 782-3200
Email: agingandadult@lehighcounty.org
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If you require a paper copy, call 610-782-3200 to request an application be mailed to you.
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Applications can be sent to:
Email: agingandadult@lehighcounty.org
Mail: Lehigh County Aging and Adult Services
17 South 7th Street, Allentown, PA 18101
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Click the button below to download a 2025 Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program Application Form. You must submit your application to the Aging office in your county of residence. If using a proxy, proxies must download and sign the proxy form below and provide it when applying and picking up checks.
