Tom’s Creek Mobile Market accepting Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program vouchers

Tom’s Creek Mobile Market is participating in the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) this summer, offering qualifying seniors the opportunity to use their vouchers at any of the market’s weekly stops. Known for serving communities in food deserts, Tom’s Creek continues its mission of delivering fresh, nutritious produce directly to neighborhoods with limited access to grocery stores.

Funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture, the SFMNP provides qualifying seniors with $50 in vouchers (five $10 vouchers) that can be used at eligible Farmers’ Markets throughout South Carolina. Tom’s Creek Mobile Market is one of those eligible locations, ensuring seniors can conveniently redeem their vouchers for high-quality, local produce.

“With nearly 20 percent of Columbia’s citizens classified as seniors, it is important we continue to make accessing fresh and nutritious food easier for this very important group,” said Mayor Daniel Rickenmann. “We are grateful for the SFMNP opportunity through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and are proud that the mobile market will be able to step up to fulfill this need in Columbia this Summer.”

To be eligible for the Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program, individuals must:

• Be 60 years of age or older
• Live within one of the 46 counties in South Carolina
• Have an annual income of less than $27,861 (individuals) or less than $37,814 (couples)

A valid ID is required, and applications can be completed on-site at distribution centers.

Seniors can redeem their SFMNP vouchers at any of Tom’s Creek’s regular stops:

Monday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Corner of Kortright Street & North Main Street

Tuesday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
COMET Central, 1723 Sumter Street

Wednesday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
1405 North Millwood Avenue

Thursday: 11:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
2016 Harden Street

Saturday: 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.
Soda City Market, Intersection of Hampton & Main Street

About Tom’s Creek Mobile Market

Tom’s Creek has a long-standing history of bringing healthy, affordable food options to underserved areas. With the return of the SFMNP, the market continues to bridge the gap between local farmers and seniors who deserve access to fresh food—no matter where they live.

For more information, visit columbiasc.gov or stop by any Tom’s Creek location during hours of operation.