Deadline Approaching to Redeem Vouchers for Senior Farmers’ Market Program
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Deadline Approaching to Redeem Vouchers for Senior Farmers’ Market Program
October 6, 2025 – The deadline to redeem vouchers for the 2025 Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) is quickly approaching. Participants who received vouchers for the 2025 season have until October 15th to redeem the vouchers as they do not carry over from year to year. Eligible participants received $50 in vouchers in 2025, distributed as five vouchers valued at $10 each, to be spent at approved locations.
DSS is encouraging SFMNP recipients to redeem their checks before the deadline, as South Carolina’s 2026 federal funding will be based on the previous year’s redemption rates.
“Demand for this program is very high,” said Tony Catone, DSS State Director. “We need the community to help our State by using their vouchers as soon as possible so that our State can maximize this federal funding for 2026.”
The program provides qualifying individuals with vouchers that may be used to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables at local authorized farmers’ markets.
For a listing of authorized and participating farmers, markets, and roadside stands by county, please click here.
SFMNP is available statewide this year thanks in part to SCDSS’ commitment to community partnerships and collaboration with senior serving organizations and non-profits throughout the state. SCDSS is continuing the partnership with Coastal Carolina National Bank (CCNB), to process the payments for the program. SCDSS appreciates CCNB for their support and partnership in helping to serve senior citizens and families.
The SFMNP is administered by the South Carolina Department of Social Services. For more information about the Seniors Farmers Market Nutrition Program please visit here.
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