Farmers Market Fund

Mission

Our work comes from the core belief that no person should be denied access to the foods they need to eat well. Farmers Market Fund makes healthy, locally grown food accessible to under-served Oregonians by doubling SNAP benefits (formerly food stamps) at more than 100 Oregon farmers markets and farm stands, through our Double Up Food Bucks program. Double Up provides a dollar for dollar match on SNAP purchases, up to $20 per day, helping families bring home more fresh produce while keeping dollars in the pockets of small, local farmers and helping local economies thrive.
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE: Starting November 1st, Farmers Market Fund offered temporary emergency local food assistance for all Oregon Trail Card holders, regardless of existing SNAP benefits. This initial emergency local food assistance was offered until all Oregon November SNAP benefits were restored or November 30th whichever is first. On Friday, November 7th ALL Oregon November SNAP benefits were restored,

As of Friday, November 7, Oregon November SNAP benefits have been loaded on all Oregon Trail Cards, regardless of when people might normally get them. 

Farmers Market Fund will continue to offer a $20 match of Emergency Double Up Food Bucks for $1 of SNAP benefits at participating farmers markets until November 30th.

Bottom Line for Portland

Donating to Farmers Market Fund is a triple win that supports families, farmers, and Oregon's local economies. 

The federal government shutdown has halted and will delay the disbursement of November SNAP benefits for over 750,000 Oregonians. Donations given to Farmers Market Fund directly support our Emergency Double Up Food Bucks program and allow us to stay nimble and adaptable as we rise up to meet the food needs of communities across Portland. 

Even once SNAP benefits resumes, federal legislation introduced this year will drastically cut the SNAP program and funds supporting small farmers. 

Now more than ever, communities need farm-fresh food access programs like Double Up Food Bucks.  Double Up Food Bucks helps shoppers who pay with SNAP stretch their benefit AND get more farm-fresh food.  

Your gift will:

--Support our Emergency Double Up Food Bucks program, which gives every shopper with SNAP $20 to spend on fresh, local produce, even if they have $0 in SNAP available

--Stretch existing SNAP dollars. When SNAP shrinks, matching programs amplify what remains.

--Expand access. Our network will focus on reaching more rural and underserved communities.

--Strengthen the local food economy. SNAP spent on local food translates into income for farms, vendors, and local jobs—helping to address the root causes of poverty.

--Build for the future. Amid turmoil and uncertainty, Double Up will be a vital bridge — strengthening local market infrastructure, reaching more people, and offering consistency in programming.

In 2025, we are on track to distribute more than $804,595 in Double Up Food Bucks (Double Up) incentives directly to 62,850 SNAP shoppers at 31 farmers markets and 2 farm stands in the Metro area.

Last year, as a result of Double Up: 
*86% reported the amount of food in their house increased
*89% reported purchasing more fresh produce
*87% reported an increase in farmers markets attendance

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I eat more fresh produce because of this program and I am so grateful. I love supporting local growers and harvesters more often!!! 

-Double Up Participant 

Incentives

Beneficial State Bank will match the first $2,000 donated to the campaign. 

New Seasons Market will match the first $2,300 of donations made in December.

Donate $50+ and you'll be entered to win one of the following : 

• A produce Discovery Box from Rubinette Produce Market
• Troon Vineyard gift certificate for a private tasting for up to 6 people at their McMinnville location
• Troon Vineyard gift certificate for a private tasting for up to 6 people at their Applegate Valley location.

On November 12th, pFriem Family Brewer will donate $1/pint sold at their Milwaukie Tasting Room on that day. Stop by to say hi to the folks behind Farmers Market Fund. 

On Friday, December 13th Rubinette Produce Market (inside Providore Fine Foods), will donate 20% of proceeds to Farmers Market Fund's Give!Guide campaign!  

During Small Business Weekend (Nov. 28th- 30th)  Mes Amies will donate 10% of online and in store proceeds to Farmers Market Fund.

On December 6th (11-5pm) Portland Cookshop will donate a percentage of their raffle sales at their Holiday Market.

Partner(s)

New Seasons Market is a longtime supporter of Farmers Market Fund, and an amazing supporter of food justice work in our region!

Beneficial State Bank is banking with a purpose. They envision an economy that dismantles discrimination, helps break the chains of generational poverty, and ends extractive environmental practices. 

Mes Amies is a locally owned boutique shop in Historic Downtown McMinnville that features an extensive range of independently designed women's clothing, hand-crafted jewelry, locally sourced gifts and hand-picked books. Shop owner Tayler is a former farmers market manager and FMF board member! 

Rubinette Produce Market is named for a small, unassuming yet surprisingly delicious Oregon-bred apple - which is everything they try to be. Located inside Providore Fine Foods, Rubinette Produce Market works with small farms across the Northwest, showcasing new, unusual and delicious greens, fruits and vegetables. 

Troon Vineyard is an award winning winery and farm whose wines can be found in Applegate Valley and McMinnville. With a passion for wine and a commitment to the environment, Troon Vineyard produces wine that has both flavor and meaning. 

Portland Cookshop is Southeast Portland’s home for cooking classes, founded by Meredith Mortensen. Our space includes a captivating kitchen studio for classes led by the region's most celebrated chefs and food and beverage artisans, and a thoughtfully curated selection of culinary items sold in our retail shop.

pFriem Family Brewer is Northwest & European-inspired brewery and tasting room offering lunch and dinner in Milwaukee, OR and Hood River, OR.