• Stop by our market information booth Saturdays during the 2012 market season, 9am-1pm
• Visit DC Hunger Solutions for help applying for nutrition assistance benefits. Phone: (202) 986-2200 / Email: info@dchunger.org
• Check out this informational flier to see if you may be eligible, what information you will need, and where to apply for SNAP, WIC, and/or Senior FMNP benefits.

2. …using your nutrition benefits at the farmers market?

• Check out our Nutrition Assistance page for information on the various benefits you can use at the Columbia Heights Community Marketplace.
• Stop by our information booth to pick up Festibucks and tips on using them at our farmers market.

3. …finding your way around the market?

• Contact CHCM’s Outreach Specialist to request a guided market tour (en español también).

4. …eating healthfully on a budget?
Consider these tips:

• Cook instead of eating out/buying takeout.
• Buy whole foods (vs. prepared foods/microwaveable foods).
• Shop seasonally and/or in bulk for the lowest prices on fresh foods.
• Ask about discounts for bulk purchases.
• Consider canning, freezing, and/or drying ingredients to enjoy later in the season.
• Mix in other ingredients to stretch the proteins (i.e. beef and veggie stir fry instead of steak; chicken and broccoli alfredo instead of whole chicken breasts).
• Consider alternative sources of protein: eggs, beans, cheese.

5. …preparing your fresh produce?

• Get recipe ideas and tips from our on-site chef demonstrations.
• Check out our seasonal recipes.
• Contact our Outreach Specialist.
• Check our newsletters to see when local nutritionists will be at market throughout the season.

6. …getting to market?

• We’re working on setting up a market shuttle to make it easier for groups to get to/from the market. Please contact us to request a shuttle stop.

7. …necesita información en español?

• Por favor, mande un mensaje y diganos como podemos ayudarle.