Brookline Adds Additional Sign-Up Dates For Food Coupon Program

BROOKLINE, MA — The Brookline Department of Public Health is offering additional opportunities for low-income residents to register for the Food Coupon program at the Brookline Farmers’ Market, according to a news release.

Individuals and families who reside in Brookline Housing Authority sites or whose household income meets federal poverty guidelines are eligible to participate in the program. Those who qualify can register at one of the following sessions:

• Monday, Sept. 20, from 10-11:30 a.m., Brookline Housing Authority, 90 Longwood Ave.
• Wednesday, Sept. 22, 8:30-9:30 a.m., Town Hall, 333 Washington St., first floor
• Thursday, Sept. 23, 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., Brookline Senior Center, 93 Winchester St.

Individuals and families of two will receive $40 in coupons to purchase fresh produce and other food products. Households of three or more will receive $80 in coupons. The Brookline Farmers' Market season continues through Nov. 18 and coupons are valid through Thursday, Oct. 28.

The Brookline Department of Public Health recently received a $43,000 grant from the Kresge Foundation to provide coupons to 500 to low-income individuals and families for the 2021 Farmers’ Market season. The town was one of 18 local health departments nationwide to receive a grant after participating in the Kresge Foundation's Emerging Leaders in Public Health program.

Anyone with questions can contact Lynne Karsten at lkarsten@brooklinema.gov or 617-730-2336 or Darlene Johnson at djohnson@brooklinema.gov or 617-730-2300.