The Triangle Double Bucks program, which helps low-income families buy fresh food at farmers’ markets, is facing funding shortages and is seeking a major sponsor and public donations to continue supporting families in the future.
Triangle Double Bucks Program Faces Funding Shortage, Seeks Major Sponsor to Support Low-Income Families
According to The News and Observer, the Triangle Double Bucks program, which helps low-income families buy fresh food at farmers’ markets, is running out of money. The program gives families Double Bucks tokens to double their SNAP benefits, but with high demand and fewer funds, they are now limited to $50 per visit. Officials are looking for a big sponsor to keep the program going.
This program supports about 1,000 families in Durham, Orange, and Wake counties, letting them buy fresh fruits, vegetables, and other healthy foods. It also helps those using WIC and Farmers Market Nutrition Programs. With food prices going up and SNAP benefits staying the same, this program is essential for many families.
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$30,000 Goal: Triangle Double Bucks Program Seeks Major Sponsor to Sustain Fresh Food Access for 1,000 Low-Income Families (PHOTO: Yahoo News Canada)
Fundraising Campaign Launched to Save Triangle Double Bucks Program Amid Funding Shortage
To keep the program running, a fundraising campaign has been started with a $30,000 goal. This money will help through the end of 2024, but a major sponsor is needed for the program to continue beyond that. People who want to help can donate to the GoFundMe campaign or get more details from local market officials.
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