SAN JUAN COUNTY, WA. August 25, 2024 – Shoppers who use Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)/EBT benefits can now stretch their food budget to buy more fruits and vegetables with SNAP Produce Match at the Orcas Food Co-op and 
San Juan Island Food Co-op. If you buy at least $10 worth of fresh, frozen, or canned fruits and vegetables with no added salt, fat, or sugar with your EBT card, you will receive a $5 discount on your purchase. This discount applies every time you shop!
This program is available to anyone who uses and qualifies for SNAP benefits (also called Basic Food or Summer EBT). It’s easy to use!
Image description: Header text that says, “Here’s how it works.” Below the text are three steps with related graphics below each step. First is “Buy at least $10 of fresh, frozen, or canned fruits and vegetables with your SNAP card.” Second step is “Ask your cashier for the “Produce Match” discount.” The third and final step is “Get a $5 discount on your purchase.”
If you would like to use the SNAP Produce Match head to either of these grocers:
If you think you may be eligible for SNAP benefits or food assistance, please visit Basic Food | DSHS (wa.gov). This program is funded by the Washington State Department of Health. They continue to add partners and expand access. Visit www.doh.wa.gov/SNAPProduceMatch to learn more.
Relevant URLs:
Media Contact:
Kristen Rezabek, Health and Nutrition Coordinator, kristenr@sanjuancountywa.gov, 360-370-7518
About San Juan County’s Department of Health & Community Services
San Juan County’s Department of Health & Community Services is responsible for community and environmental health, mental health and substance abuse programs, senior services, affordable housing projects, and more. The department has staff and offices on Lopez, Orcas, and San Juan Islands. For more information about San Juan County’s Department of Health & Community Services, visit www.sanjuancountywa.gov/1777/Health-Community-Services.
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