Free Fruits and Veggies at Mobile Produce Markets

Columbus Recreation and Parks Department offer Mobile Produce Markets to provide boxes of free fruits and veggies to families in need.

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Eligible families (200% or below of the Federal Poverty Level) will receive approximately a one week supply of fresh produce based on the family size. You will not need to verify this information at the Mobile Produce Market. 

Family Size: Annual Income

1: $30,120
2: $40,880
3: $51,640
4: $62,400
5: $73,160
6: $83,920

Proof of income is not required. 

Mobile Produce Markets                     

Free Mobile Produce Markets are available April -November at the following community centers and run through December. Distribution begins at 3 p.m. and runs while supplies last. See location details of the community centers at this link.   

Both walk-in and drive-thru options are available. Staff members and volunteers wear a mask, and will load the produce into the trunk of your car.  

First Thursday: Barack, Glenwood and Sullivant Gardens
First Friday: Marion Franklin and Scioto Southland
Second Thursday: Dodge and Holton
Second Friday: Barnett and Far East
Third Thursday: Linden and Tuttle
Third Friday: Adams and Douglas
Fourth Thursday: Feddersen and Howard

This schedule may change due to holidays.

If there’s not a site in your area, visit pantrytrak.com/ to find a resource near you.

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