Description:This program is a food buying opportunity that provides quality food for less than retail prices through the Food Bank of Central New York. Food Sense is designed to increase self-sufficiency by helping people stretch their food dollars. The Food Bank is able to purchase food items in large quantities at discounted prices, and this savings is passed on to the program's customers.
Each package costs $20.50, payable in cash or food stamps. Food packages contain 12 - 15 items including meat, fruits, vegetables, and grocery staples, with a value of over $40. The items will generally provide 2 - 3 meals for the average family of 4. The specific items in each month's package will be published when they are available.
There are no income restrictions; this is open to the public for anyone wishing to stretch their food dollars can participate.
Participants pre-pay with cash, EBT card, or Venmo, and they pick up their Food Sense packages near the end of the month. Online ordering is also available, pick up at Foothills.
There are also specials available each month in addition or instead of the basic package.
Families may order multiple packages and/or specials. Each month customers choose whether or not they want to order. There is no need to purchase every month.
See our calendar published on our website for specific dates.