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Senior Project Fresh Program

 

NEW for 2025!

Exciting changes are coming for Senior Project Fresh. Updates and registration information for these changes will be released soon!

The Senior Project Fresh program is aimed at helping older adults eat healthier as they age.

The program provides participants free nutrition education and $25 in benefits that can be exchanged for fresh fruits, vegetables, and honey sold at local farmers’ markets and roadside stands.

Residents who are aged 60 or older with a total household income of $28,952.50 or less for an individual, or $39,127.50 for a couple, are eligible to apply for the program.

Residents who are aged 55 or older who belong to a Michigan federally recognized tribe or urban tribal group are also eligible.

Benefits must be obtained in the county in which the applicant lives. The program runs from May 1 to October 31 each year.

If you think you are eligible and would like to participate in the program, please reach out via Email to: MDHHS-SeniorProjectFRESH@michigan.gov 

MDHHS-SeniorProjectFRESH@michgan.gov