We Knew It!

Today an article in the New York Times health section confirmed what we thought was just common sense: a new study shows that "vouchers that permit low-income women to shop at a local farmers’ market increase fruit and vegetable consumption in poor families". As the study mentions, increased fruit and vegetable intake can have a powerful effect on the chronic illnesses that affect a largely low-income population.

At the Downtown Ypsilanti Farmer's Market, which Growing Hope manages, Food Stamp participants can use their EBT (Electronic Benefit Transfer) card to buy fresh fruits and vegetables! Additionally, the market participates in Project Fresh and Project Senior Fresh. We hope you'll come on down and see us at the market starting in May!