Double Up Food Bucks Match Change Effective 11/10 Due to Loss of Federal Funding
We have received notice that unfortunately the grant that funds our in-store Double Up Food Bucks program has limited funds due to lack of federal support:
“Double Up Food Bucks Oregon is funded through private, state, and federal funds. Historically, federal funding has supported half of the Double Up Food Bucks Oregon program budget. Unfortunately, the program was not awarded federal funding for the upcoming year.” (Oregon Food Bank)
In order to stretch existing funding to support the demand, we have been asked to reduce our Double Up Program from a $20 match per transaction to a $10 match per day. This change will be implemented at the Co-op starting Tuesday, November 10th.
In addition to the match decrease, the Co-op may be subject to a monthly cap in allotted funds. This could mean a pause at the end of the month for some stores that offer Double Up Food Bucks (DUFB). Meaning, we may have to pause giving people DUFB. We are not certain if/when this will happen.
We understand how disappointing and challenging this is and appreciate your support through this transition. Unfortunately this is out of our control and is the direct result of lack of federal funding. Please check out our FAQ for more information and ways you can help.
Double Up at People’s Farmers’ Market will remain at a $20 match per day:
The Double Up program at People’s Farmers’ Market is funded through the Farmers’ Market Fund, drawing on a combination of federal, state, and private contributions. Historically, federal funding has constituted 50% of this match. While this program was not awarded federal funding for the upcoming year, the The Farmers’ Market Fund will continue to draw on state funds and other fundraising opportunities to minimize the impact of federal cuts on existing markets.
At this time, we anticipate no scheduled interruptions or changes to the Double Up program at People’s Farmers’ Market, and that current market customers and farms should not be significantly impacted in 2026-2027. This means that we anticipate the $20 match per market day will continue throughout the 2027 market season.
FAQ
How long will the daily maximum be $10 in-store?
This depends on funding
If the Oregon Food Bank is able to get increased federal funding next spring it is possible that we may increase the daily maximum but it is uncertain.
Is there anything we can do to help?
Get involved by talking to your representatives about the importance of Double Up Food Bucks. OFB will keep you posted with more information as they have it, including opportunities to support an increase in state funding that they will advocate for next year.
Vote!
Shop at the Co-op when you can. We anticipate a loss in revenue as we rely on the DUFB program for income too.
Donate to local shelters, food banks, and mutual aid organizations.
Send us your community free food resources!
Why is this happening?
There was less money to go around for all the states that are currently running programs like Double Up Food Bucks this year.
When is the People's Farmers’ Market?
Every Wednesday (weather permitting) from 2-6p at the Co-op.
Our winter hours will be in effect starting November 4th. The market will run from 2-6p. In the late spring and summer the market will run until 7p.
There is no market on Wednesday, 12/23/26.
Learn more about the market here and sign up for the weekly market update/newsletter: https://www.peoples.coop/farmers-market
Where else can I access Double Up Food Bucks at Farmers markets?
Check out the DUFB map here for participating markets and stores: https://doubleuporegon.org/double-up-sites/?ofml_radius=25
Where else can I access Double Up Food Bucks in grocery stores?
Check out the DUFB map here for participating markets and stores: https://doubleuporegon.org/double-up-sites/?ofml_radius=25
Free Food Resources:
Send us your recommendations! We would love to share them with the community. Email marketing@peoples.coop with your suggestions.
