Pennsylvania Fresh Food Financing Initiative

Pennsylvania Fresh Food Financing Initiative

Overview

Pennsylvania Fresh Food Financing Initiative (FFFI) has continued to draw national attention for how it is improving access to fresh foods in underserved communities statewide. As of September 2009, PA FFFI has committed $59.7 million in grants and loans to 78 applicants across the state, ranging in size from 1,000 to 69,000 square feet. In total, these projects are expected to bring 4,860 jobs and over 1.5 million square feet of fresh food retail across Pennsylvania.