Boston Farmers Markets

Use SNAP and HIP at Farmers Markets

Many Boston farmers markets accept SNAP/EBT cards. If you get SNAP benefits, you are automatically enrolled in the Healthy Incentives Program (HIP). A positive SNAP balance of any amount, even a penny ($0.01), will let you use your HIP benefit. You can make your HIP purchase in a single transaction with just one swipe. Look for farmers with the HIP logo at their tables.  

• The Healthy Incentive Program (HIP) monthly amounts are back to $40, $60, or $80 depending on household size for active SNAP households.
• HIP benefits start over on the first day of each month.
• You can use HIP at farmers markets, farm stands, mobile markets, and CSA farm share programs.

Find HIP vendors near you: Use the DTA Finder.

• For current benefit amounts and program details, visit Mass.gov/HIP.