Rhode Island H7258 authorizes a $200,000 appropriation for the Farm Fresh Bonus Bucks Program.

Rhode Island H7258 authorizes the appropriation of $200,000 for the Farm Fresh Bonus Bucks Program, which matches federal SNAP benefits dollar-for-dollar for fresh fruits and vegetables. This program, operated by Farm Fresh RI, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, benefits low-income Rhode Islanders by providing incentives to purchase locally grown produce. Since 2009, the program has distributed over $1.7 million in Bonus Bucks, supporting 108 local farms and 117 locally owned food producers. The program operates at over 100 local seasonal farmers markets and farmstands statewide.

Rhode Island H7258 authorizes a $200,000 appropriation for the Farm Fresh Bonus Bucks Program.

Rhode Island H7258 authorizes the appropriation of $200,000 for the Farm Fresh Bonus Bucks Program, which matches federal SNAP benefits dollar-for-dollar for fresh fruits and vegetables. This program, operated by Farm Fresh RI, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, benefits low-income Rhode Islanders by providing incentives to purchase locally grown produce. Since 2009, the program has distributed over $1.7 million in Bonus Bucks, supporting 108 local farms and 117 locally owned food producers. The program operates at over 100 local seasonal farmers markets and farmstands statewide.