Food assistance programs like SNAP, SNAP Stretch, and WIC are crucial in ensuring everyone has access to basic nutrition.

Capitol Market is proud to participate in these initiatives, recognizing the vital role they play in supporting our community. By offering these programs, Capitol Market helps ensure that essential nutritional support is accessible to those in need, contributing to the overall health and vitality of the market system.

  • SNAP
  • SNAP Stretch
  • Senior Vouchers
  • WIC
  • FAQ

(EBT/P-EBT)

The Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program provides funds to low-income individuals to purchase food.

Accepted at the Purple Onion and Johnnies Fresh Meat Market (on fresh produce and meat).

For more information on SNAP: To inquire about SNAP benefits, visit https://www.wvpath.wv.gov/ to fill out an online application or contact the WV DHHR at 1-800-642-8589 or via email at dhhrwvebt@wv.gov

Accepted at all outdoor vendors for the purchase of any produce (vegetable/fruit/honey) or plants that grow produce.

You will swipe your EBT card for your desired amount ($1 to $50) in the main office. That amount will be deducted from your card, and you will receive a bonus amount depending on the following:

Individual: If you have an EBT card and are currently receiving SNAP benefits, the amount charged to your card will be doubled. EX: $10 charged to EBT card+ $10 from SNAP Stretch= $20 in SNAP Stretch dollars

Family: If you receive SNAP benefits and are the legal guardian of a child under the age of 18, what you have charged to your EBT card will be tripled. EX: $10 charged to EBT card+ $20 from SNAP Stretch = $30 in SNAP Stretch dollars

Senior: If you receive SNAP benefits and are 60 years of age or older, what you have charged to your EBT card will be tripled. EX: $10 charged to EBT card + $30 from SNAP Stretch = $40 in SNAP Stretch dollars

Grandfamilies: If you receive SNAP benefits, are 60 years of age or older, and are the legal guardian of a child under the age of 18 who is under your supervision, the amount charged to your EBT card will be quadrupled. EX: $10 charged to EBT card+ $30 from SNAP Stretch= $40 in SNAP Stretch dollars

NOTE: SNAP Stretch can be accepted indoors at Purple Onion on local produce. SNAP Stretch can only be used April 1 through October 31

For more information on SNAP: To inquire about SNAP benefits, visit https://www.wvpath.wv.gov/ to fill out an online application or contact the WV DHHR at 1-800-642-8589 or via email at dhhrwvebt@wv.gov

Senior Farmers Market Nutrition Program (SFMNP) Vouchers can be exchanged for fresh, nutritious, unprepared, locally grown fruits, vegetables, honey and herbs.

Vouchers are distributed by the West Virginia Department of Agriculture (WVDA).

Accepted at select outdoor vendors, including:

  • John Crihfield Farms & Greenhouses
  • Crihfield Farms
  • Gritt’s Farm
  • Robbie’s Produce

For more information on Senior Vouchers: WVDA: Contact awallace@wvda.us or 304-558-2210 or KVSS: Kanawha Valley Senior Services or 304-348-0707.

WIC benefits can be used to buy fresh, unprepared fruits, vegetables and herbs from state approved farmers or farmers’ markets.

You are able to redeem WIC through the WIC Shopper app on your phone or with the QR code on your WIC card.

Accepted at select outdoor vendors, including:

  • John Crihfield Farms & Greenhouses
  • Crihfield Farms
  • Gritt’s Farm
  • Robbie’s Produce

For more information on WIC: Visit dhhr.wv.gov/WIC/apply/Pages/default.aspx to complete an application online or contact WV DHHR at 304-558-0030 or via email at dhhrwic@wv.gov.

Why can’t I use my EBT card directly in the outdoor market?

All of our farmers can accept EBT, but not all farmers have an EBT card reader. Due to the nature of the program, Capitol Market must facilitate the distribution of Stretch dollars, which is why you have to visit the management office to receive these benefits.

Can I use my capitol market Dollars at Johnnie’s and the Purple Onion?

No–the dollars received in the office are for SNAP-eligible purchases in the outdoor market only. You can use your EBT card directly at these retailers, but they can’t match you dollar-for-dollar, as they are ineligible to be SNAP Stretch vendors.

Do my Capitol Market Dollars expire?

Your dollars do not expire, but they can only be used while there are SNAP-eligible items for purchase in the outdoor market. If you have SNAP Stretch or EBT vouchers saved from previous seasons, you are welcome to spend them during the next season. We are not responsible for lost or stolen Capitol Market Dollars.