Pottstown FARM Program Helps Stretch EBT Dollars at the Market

Issue #414 | July 3rd, 2026 | Free produce returns to Boyertown Library, Brookside Park gets a major makeover, Pottstown FARM boosts EBT buying power & nonprofits can promote events. 🥬🛝💲📅

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In this Pottstown Local Scoop Issue…

 📅 Pottstown Area Events

 🥬 Boyertown Community Library to Host Monthly Free Summer Produce Distribution

 🛝 Construction Begins on Major Redevelopment of Brookside Park in Pottstown

 💲 Pottstown FARM Program Helps Stretch EBT Dollars at the Market

 📅 Pottstown Regional Community Foundation Invites Nonprofits to Promote Events Through Online Calendar

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Boyertown Community Library to Host Monthly Free Summer Produce Distribution

Free Summer Produce Program | Pottstown Local Scoop

The Boyertown Community Library is once again partnering with GreenAllies and Pottstown Hospital to serve as a pickup location for the Free Summer Produce Program.

On the second Thursday of each month through September, community members can stop by the library between 11 a.m. and noon to receive fresh, locally grown produce at no cost.

The produce is grown on GreenAllies' one-acre farm and is distributed as part of an effort to increase access to fresh fruits and vegetables throughout the region.

The Boyertown pickup dates are:

  • Thursday, July 9

  • Thursday, August 13

  • Thursday, September 10

The Free Summer Produce Program also includes additional monthly pickup locations in Pottstown, making fresh, locally grown produce available to more residents throughout the summer.

Boyertown Pickup Details

🥕 Event: Free Summer Produce Program

📍 Location: Boyertown Community Library
24 N. Reading Ave.
Boyertown, PA

🗓 Dates:

  • Thursday, July 9

  • Thursday, August 13

  • Thursday, September 10

🕚 Time: 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

💲 Cost: Free

Additional Monthly Pickup Locations

🥬 1st Thursday: Pottstown Regional Public Library, 500 E. High St., Pottstown

🥬 2nd Thursday: Boyertown Community Library, 24 N. Reading Ave., Boyertown

🥬 3rd Thursday: Brunish's Grocery, 577 Lincoln Ave., Pottstown

🥬 4th Thursday: Pottstown YMCA, 724 N. Adams St., Pottstown

🌱 All produce is grown locally on GreenAllies' one-acre farm.

🌐 Learn more: https://green-allies.org

📞 Questions: Megan Forstburg, 610-327-7298

Construction Begins on Major Redevelopment of Brookside Park

Construction is now underway on a complete redevelopment of Brookside Park at the corner of Hale Street and Virginia Street in Pottstown.

The project, announced by the Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee (PARRC), will transform the neighborhood park with a variety of new amenities designed to improve recreation and accessibility for residents of all ages. Planned upgrades include new playground equipment, a Bankshot basketball court, new swings, enhanced ADA accessibility, and other park improvements.

The redevelopment is being funded through a combination of state, county, foundation, and private support. Funding includes:

  • $165,300 from the Pennsylvania Department of Conservation and Natural Resources' Community Conservation Partnerships Program

  • $30,000 from the Pottstown Regional Community Foundation

  • $135,400 from the Montgomery County Planning Commission's Montco 2040 Program

  • $10,000 from a private donor

Officials say the investment will create a more welcoming and accessible community space that encourages outdoor recreation, active lifestyles, and neighborhood connections.

The Pottstown Area Regional Recreation Committee also encouraged residents to follow the project's progress by reading its blog, where updates on the redevelopment will be shared as construction continues.

Project Highlights

📍 Location: Brookside Park
Hale Street & Virginia Street
Pottstown, PA

Planned Improvements

🛝 Brand-new playground equipment

🏀 Bankshot basketball court

swings New swing set

♿ Improved ADA accessibility

🌳 Upgraded park amenities

Project Funding

💰 Pennsylvania DCNR Community Conservation Partnerships Program: $165,300

💰 Pottstown Regional Community Foundation: $30,000

💰 Montgomery County Planning Commission – Montco 2040 Program: $135,400

💰 Private Donor: $10,000

The redevelopment is expected to provide a modern, accessible outdoor space that promotes recreation, healthy living, and stronger community connections for Pottstown residents.

Pottstown FARM Program Helps

Stretch EBT Dollars at the Market

SNAP | Pottstown Local Scoop

Pottstown FARM is reminding shoppers who use Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) cards that they may be able to increase their purchasing power through the market's incentive program.

Visitors can stop by the market's information table to exchange EBT funds for FARM Coins, which can be used like cash with participating vendors. For every $10 loaded through the program, shoppers receive $15 worth of FARM Coins, providing an additional $5 to spend on eligible purchases.

The incentive is designed to make fresh, locally grown foods more affordable while supporting local farmers and vendors. Organizers note that locally grown fruits and vegetables are often harvested closer to the time of sale, helping them stay fresh longer.

Program Details

📍 Location: Pottstown FARM Information Table

💳 Who Can Participate: EBT cardholders

How It Works

💵 Exchange $10 from your EBT card.

🪙 Receive $15 in FARM Coins to spend at participating vendors.

🛒 FARM Coins can be used like cash for eligible purchases at the market.

Benefits

🥕 Increase your purchasing power for fresh, locally grown foods.

🌽 Support local farmers and vendors.

🍓 Enjoy seasonal produce harvested close to home.

Visitors are encouraged to stop by the information table during market hours to learn more about the EBT incentive program and how it can help make healthy, local food more affordable.

Pottstown Regional Community Foundation Invites Nonprofits to Promote Events

The Pottstown Regional Community Foundation (PRCF) is encouraging nonprofit organizations to increase community awareness of their upcoming events by submitting them to the foundation's online events calendar.

The free resource allows eligible nonprofits to share fundraisers, educational programs, community gatherings, and other public events with residents throughout the Pottstown region.

Organizations interested in participating can complete an online submission form. Once approved, events will be added to the PRCF community calendar, providing additional visibility for local nonprofit activities

How to Submit an Event

📅 Who: Nonprofit organizations

📣 What: Submit community events for inclusion on the Pottstown Regional Community Foundation's online Events Calendar.

The online calendar provides nonprofits with an additional way to reach community members, helping residents discover upcoming events while supporting organizations serving the greater Pottstown area.

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