The city of Cleveland Friday is launching a 10-week pilot program to provide low-income families with free fresh fruits and vegetables from the West Side Market.
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The city is partnering on the project with Cleveland-based grassroots organization Food Access Raises Everyone , and Ohio-based non-profit Produce Perks Midwest. Once its over, FARE will analyze the program’s success and provide recommendations for similar initiatives in the future, according to a city news release.
The free produce will be available to households eligible for benefits through the federal Temporary Assistance for Needy Families program. Eligibility is limited to households with pregnant women and children, and based on federal poverty guidelines. Under the city’s agreement, Produce Perks Midwest will fund $10,000 worth of coupons, and pay FARE $2,000 to run and evaluate the program. They’ll also provide FARE with needed supplies, technology and marketing materials in English and Spanish, according to a city spokeswoman.
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