Food Programs & Community Access

The Greensboro Farmers Curb Market works to increase access to fresh, nutritious local food through community partnerships and food assistance programs.

Fresh Food for More People

Greensboro Farmers Market believes everyone deserves access to fresh, healthy food.

Through partnerships, grants, and community support, the Market offers programs that help individuals and families purchase locally grown food directly from Market vendors.

These programs support both community food access and local farmers.

SNAP / EBT & Market Match

SNAP/EBT benefits can be exchanged for Market tokens during Market hours on Saturdays and Wednesdays.

Tokens never expire.

Tokens may be used with participating vendors for:

  • fresh produce
  • meats
  • eggs
  • dairy
  • bread
  • honey
  • other eligible food items

Orange Card Program

Through a partnership with Guilford Community Care Network (GGCN), eligible Orange Card holders may receive Market tokens to purchase fresh local foods from participating vendors.

The program supports both community food access and local farmers.

Eligible items include:

  • fruits
  • vegetables
  • herbs
  • meats
  • seafood
  • eggs
  • dairy
  • honey

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program

The Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program helps eligible seniors purchase fresh fruits, vegetables, honey, and herbs directly from participating Market vendors.

Participating vendors display program signage during the active voucher season.

WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program

The WIC Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program supports women, infants, and children by helping participants purchase fresh locally grown produce and herbs from participating vendors.

GFM Gift Tokens

Gift Tokens are a simple way to share your love of local food and the Market with friends and family.

Tokens may be purchased online or at the Market Information Hub and used with participating vendors.

Need Help at the Market?

Visit the Market Information Hub during Market hours for:

  • SNAP/EBT token exchange
  • program information
  • participating vendor lists
  • questions about eligibility and usage
Market Hours

Saturday: 7:30 AM – 12 PM
Wednesday: 8 AM – 12 PM (seasonal programs vary)

Location

501 Yanceyville Street
Greensboro, NC

Strengthening Community Through Food Access

These programs help connect more people to fresh local food while supporting local farmers and strengthening Greensboro’s regional food system.

Fresh Food Access

Helping more families access healthy local food from their neighbors.

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Supporting Local Farmers

Programs increase vendor participation and local farm income.

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Building Connections

Food access programs strengthen relationships across the community.

Support Local Food Access

Community donations and partnerships help sustain these programs and expand access to fresh, nutritious local food.