TOLEDO, Ohio — Kroger launched on Monday a new program to provide a discount on fruits and vegetables, as well as half-off of its membership, to customers receiving various forms of government assistance.
According to a press release from Kroger, customers who receive SNAP, WIC, Medicaid, National School Lunch Program and Veterans and Survivors Pension Benefit assistance will be eligible for its Verified Savings Program. Through this, customers will receive 20% off fruits and vegetables.
The company confirmed the program is valid across the Kroger family of stores including Baker’s, City Market, Dillons, Fred Meyer, Fry’s Food Stores, Gerbes Super Markets, Jay C Food Stores, King Soopers, Mariano’s, Metro Market, Pay Less Super Markets, Pick ‘n Save, QFC, Ralph’s, and Smith’s…