Income Seniors Through Commodity Supplemental Food Program

MIAMI – To help more Florida seniors put healthy food on their tables, Farm Share , Florida's leading food nonprofit and the state's largest food bank, is encouraging eligible seniors to apply for the Commodity Supplemental Food Program (CSFP) . The program provides eligible low-income seniors with free, nutritious USDA commodity foods each month, furthering Farm Share's mission to ensure that no Floridian goes hungry. Applications are open through Monday, Sept. 30.

The CSFP is a federally funded initiative to improve seniors' health and nutrition by distributing shelf-stable, high-quality food items at no cost.

How to Qualify for CSFP:

Age Requirement: Must be age 60 or older.

Residency: Must be a resident of Alachua, Flagler, Marion, or Union counties.

Income Guidelines: Must have a gross annual income at or below 130% of federal poverty guidelines.

Documentation Needed: Photo ID and proof of age are required for participation.

Application: Apply by Sept. 30 to receive CSFP services at www.farmshare.org/csfp .

"For so many seniors, the CSFP program is more than just a food source — it's a lifeline," said Stephen Shelley, CEO of Farm Share. "The program helps eligible seniors stretch their limited budgets so they can cover other essentials like medicine or housing. By providing consistent access to healthy food, we're not just feeding seniors, we're giving them one less thing to worry about in an already challenging economy."

Organizations with a 501(c)(3) designation can apply to become a Farm Share Agency, helping extend CSFP's reach to those in need.

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