Low-income families can double their money by buying local produce at Schnucks

Low-income Missourians can double their government assistance dollars if they buy local produce at Schnucks, starting immediately. Double Up Food B...

April 24, 2023
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Low-income Missourians can double their government assistance dollars if they buy local produce at Schnucks, starting immediately. Double Up Food Buck s doubles the value of Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program purchases when the funds are spent on locally grown fresh fruits and vegetables. The program is billed as a national model for healthful food incentives that encourages low-income families to choose fresh foods and support local growers. Through a partnership with Fair Food Network and a grant from the Mid-America Regional Council, Schnucks will offer Double Up Food Bucks at all of its 56 Missouri locations.