Pennsylvania’s Fresh Food Financing Initiative aims to strengthen local food systems by building profitable markets for farmers while expanding fresh food access in underserved communities across the Commonwealth. This initiative will support local agricultural producers and retailers through reimbursement grant funding to facilitate the establishment, construction, rehabilitation, and expansion of grocery stores, farmers markets, and other food enterprises, with priority given to establishments that serve food deserts. This Program also supports the implementation of innovative food access technologies that support customer purchasing options. Up to $2 million is available for this round of funding, and the program requires a 15% funding match.
