San Francisco Launches First Taxpayer-Funded Free Food Market

The $5.5 million initiative aims to provide supplemental groceries to residents in food-insecure areas.

The District 10 Market offers a supermarket-like experience for eligible residents, allowing them to choose groceries without payment.
Funded by the San Francisco Human Services Agency, the market serves residents from three specific zip codes.
The facility stocks fresh produce from local farms and relies on donations for shelf-stable items.
The initiative is designed to supplement food stamps, particularly towards the end of the month when benefits run low.
Future expansion plans depend on the success of the Bayview-Hunters Point pilot location.