Florida’s Fresh Access Bucks Program is being temporarily paused.

To our Fresh Access Bucks customers:

Fresh Access Bucks will pause beginning Monday, August 17, 2026.

Here are the most important things to know:

• The last day to receive FAB tokens, coupons, gift cards or loyalty points is Friday, July 31, 2026.
• You can spend your Fresh Access Bucks until Sunday, August 16, 2026.
• SNAP benefits will continue to run as normal at our location.
• Fresh Access Bucks incentives will not be available while the program is paused.

The Fresh Access Bucks 50% matching grant program (50% off your order of Florida-grown fruits and vegetables) will no longer be in effect until the program resumes.

The FAB Promo Box’s last day will be July 18th, 2026.

We know this is difficult news, and we understand how important Fresh Access Bucks is for Florida’s families, farmers and small businesses.

While we’re sad to see the program pause, we’re grateful for every customer, farmer and vendor who has supported our market/store through Fresh Access Bucks. We look forward to hearing good news when the program returns and welcoming you back.

Thank you for continuing to support local farmers and businesses.

Fresh Access Bucks Customer FAQ

What is happening with FAB?

Fresh Access Bucks will temporarily pause beginning Monday August 17, 2026 at which point FAB cannot be accepted for fresh fruit and vegetable purchases at FAB locations.
You can spend your Fresh Access Bucks as normal until August 16, 2026.

When is the last day I can get new Fresh Access Bucks?

The last day that FAB locations will issue tokens, coupons, gift cards or loyalty points is Friday, July 31, 2026.

When is the last day I can spend my Fresh Access Bucks?

You can spend Fresh Access Bucks until Sunday, August 16, 2026. This includes the last day to receive the FAB discount at discount outlets.

Can I still use my SNAP benefits/EBT Card at FAB locations?

Yes. SNAP/EBT is not impacted, and you can still use your SNAP benefits as usual.

Will Fresh Access Bucks come back?

We plan to bring Fresh Access Bucks back as soon as funding is available. We will
share updates as soon as we have more information.

When FAB returns, will I be able to use any unspent tokens or loyalty points?

This will be dependent on our funding sources. We will continue to provide updates as new information becomes available.

Can I get my money back for unused Fresh Access Bucks tokens, coupons and
loyalty points?

No. Fresh Access Bucks tokens and coupons are program incentives. They cannot be refunded or exchanged for cash or SNAP.

Who can I contact with questions or to share how FAB has impacted me?

You can contact the FAB team with questions or to share how FAB has impacted
you.

Where can I get food or other help?

Fresh Access Bucks is a program of Feeding Florida, the food bank network. Our 9 food banks provide food support in all 67 counties. For immediate food assistance, find your food bank through Feeding Florida Food Banks, each food bank has options to find food pantries closest to you.

If you need other food or support, these organizations may be able to help:
● Florida Department of Elder Affairs Food Assistance Programs – For seniors
● Florida Department of Children and Families SNAP – For SNAP benefits
● HopeFlorida – Additional resources and assistance
● FindHelp – Search for local resources and assistance

Important Dates
● Friday, July 31, 2026 – Last day to receive Fresh Access Bucks tokens, coupons
and gift cards and loyalty points at participating farmers markets and grocery
stores.
● Sunday, August 16, 2026 – Last day to spend Fresh Access Bucks at
participating FAB locations.
● Monday, August 17, 2026 – Fresh Access Bucks program pauses.