This is a USDA Food Program that is designed to improve the health and nutrition of senior citizens. You must be at least 60 years of age and your total household income must be at or below the following (Updated 3/2025):

Family Size      Annual           Monthly     Weekly Income

    1                 $23,475            $1,957                    $452

    2                 $31,725             $2,644                    $611

For each additional household member, add:

                            Annual           Monthly     Weekly Income

                           $8,250               $688                     $159

To register for this program, please call or see the Social Services Coordinator. Proof of age, residency, and income are required during the application process.

The monthly CSFP Food Package generally contains: 4 vegetables, 2 juices, 2 fruits, 1 protein, 2 cereals, 1 protein alternate, milk product, carbohydrate, and 2 lbs. cheese.

USDA Nondiscrimination Statement 2025

In accordance with Federal civil rights law and U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) civil rights regulations and policies, the USDA, its Agencies, offices, and employees, and institutions participating in or administering USDA programs are prohibited from discriminating based on race, color, national origin, religion, sex, disability, age, marital status, family/parental status, income derived from a public assistance program, political beliefs, or reprisal or retaliation for prior civil rights activity, in any program or activity conducted or funded by USDA (not all bases apply to all programs). Remedies and complaint filing deadlines vary by program or incident.

Persons with disabilities who require alternative means of communication for program information (e.g., Braille, large print, audiotape, American Sign Language, etc.) should contact the State or local Agency that administers the program or contact USDA through the Telecommunications Relay Service at 711 (voice and TTY). Additionally, program information may be made available in languages other than English.

To file a program discrimination complaint, complete the USDA Program Discrimination Complaint Form, AD-3027, found online at How to File a Program Discrimination Complaint and at any USDA office or write a letter addressed to USDA and provide in the letter all of the information requested in the form. To request a copy of the complaint form, call (866) 632-9992. Submit your completed form or letter to USDA by: (1) mail: U.S. Department of Agriculture, Office of the Assistant Secretary for Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Mail Stop 9410, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410; (2) fax: (202) 690-7442; or (3) email: program.intake@usda.gov.

This institution is an equal opportunity provider.

The Senior Farmer's Market Voucher program provides low income seniors with vouchers to purchase fresh, locally grown fruits and vegetables at approved farmer's markets and stands in Pennsylvania. Vouchers are typically available for distribution in June. Supplies are limited and available on a first-come, first-served basis.

Eligibility requirements for 2026:

1) You must be 60 yrs. or older, and

2) a Montgomery County resident, and

3) income below $29,526/yr. for one person, or $40,034/yr. for a couple

‍ Distribution Details for 2026:

The Share Food Program will be distributing SFMNP check allocations exclusively through their office. SFMNP vouchers will be distributed by mail from the Lansdale Warehouse (1111 N. Broad St., Lansdale, PA 19446) and at select pop-up events throughout Montgomery County. ‍

SPARK Lansdale will host a pop-up distribution on Tuesday, June 16 from 10:30 am to 12 pm.

SPARK Harleysville will host a pop-up distribution on Friday, June 26 from 10:30 am to 12 pm.

Vouchers are offered first come, first served.

Additional Distribution Sites can be found HERE.

Please review the information below. If you have questions, contact Tara at 215-362-7432 ext. 203 or tticktin@sparkseniorcenters.org.

Program Timeline:‍ ‍

• June 1, 2026 – First day seniors may use SFMNP vouchers to purchase fresh produce from approved farmers

• September 15, 2026 – Last day to mail SFMNP applications

• September 30, 2026 – Last day vouchers may be issued (in person or by mail)

• November 30, 2026 – Last day participants may use SFMNP vouchers

‍ ‍Important Reminders:‍ ‍

• Eligible seniors will receive five $5 vouchers, for a total seasonal benefit of $25

• Applications must include a signature to be accepted (typed signatures are permitted; initials are not accepted)

• No ID is required; all information is self-declared

• Completed applications may be submitted by:

  • Mail: 1111 N. Broad St., Lansdale, PA 19446

  • Email: infomhs@sharefoodprogram.org

• Photos or scanned images of completed applications are acceptable as long as the entire form is clearly visible

MyPlate for Older Adults Video

Downloadable Files:

• 2026 SFMN Info Flyer

• 2026 SFMN Application

• 2026 Eligibility & Proxy Form

• 2026 Income Eligibility Guidelines (Full)

• Korean Resources:

  • 2026 Application

  • 2026 Eligibility & Proxy Form

Contact Tara at 215-362-7432 ext. 203 or tticktin@sparkseniorcenters.org if you need application resourcees in other languages.

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The Low Income Home Energy Assistance Program (LIHEAP) helps families living on low incomes pay their heating bills in the form of a cash grant. Households in immediate danger of being without heat can also qualify for crisis grants. The cash grant is a one-time payment sent directly to the utility company/fuel provider to be credited on your bill. Applications for this program are open from December 3, 2025, to May 8, 2026,

The income guidelines for 2025-26 for homeowners and renters were as follows:
Household Size             Maximum Annual Income
           1                                        $23,4750
           2                                        $31,725

Apply online at www.compass.state.pa.us or pick up an application at the Center.

The Property Tax/Rent Rebate Program supports homeowners and renters across Pennsylvania. This program provides a rebate ranging from $380 to $1,000 to eligible older adults and people with disabilities age 18 and older. 

This program supports Pennsylvania homeowners and renters who meet the following criteria. ​​

Age Criteria 

• 65 and older

• Widows and widowers 50 and older 

• People with disabilities 18 and older 

​​Income Criteria 

• ​​In addition to age requirements, to qualify for the Property Tax/Rent Rebate, your household income must be $48,110 or less ​annually.  ​

Supplemental rebates are also available to provide relief to applicants with the most need. These rebates are automatically calculated for property owners with $32,070 or less in income whose property taxes are more than 15% of their total income

The deadline for applications for the 2025 Property Tax/Rent Rebates has been extended to Dec 31, 2026. Applications postmarked by that date will be accepted for processing. 

Learn more and apply here.

Several area school districts (including North Penn, Wissahickon, Upper Dublin, Norristown, and Methacton) now offer a tax rebate to their residents who have first qualified for the latest PA Property Tax/Rent Rebate for 2025. Once you receive the state's rebate for 2025, you can apply to the school district for their additional rebate from 7/1/2025 through 6/30/2026.

Learn more, get an application, and get help from the Social Services Coordinator by calling 215-362-7432 ext. 203.

Free shared ride services to your closest Senior Center are available if you are age 65 or older.

To schedule a ride, cancel a ride, or inquire about TransNet registration, call the SPARK Harleysville front desk @ 215-256-6900, or the SPARK Lansdale front desk @ 215-362-7432.

Rides must be booked at least one day in advance.

Learn more here .