Update PHS/SIPPS Program

PHS Update (11204, 11218, 11230 & other Brooklyn ZIP Codes)

Effective August 5, new PHS guidelines allow approval only for individually eligible Enhanced Members. Going forward, household members can not be included under another participant's authorization unless they also independently qualify as Enhanced Members.

If you currently have an active authorization and are receiving food benefits, this change will not take effect until your current authorization expires.

Please note that changing your insurance requires a new authorization. As a result, household members who are not independently eligible will no longer be included, and there may be a temporary gap in services during the reauthorization process.

SIPPS (11219 and Staten Island Update)

Effective August 1, new SIPPS guidelines allow approval only for individually eligible Enhanced Members. Going forward, household members can not be included under another participant's authorization unless they also independently qualify as Enhanced Members.

If you currently have an active authorization and are receiving food benefits, this change will not take effect until your current authorization expires.

Please note that changing your insurance or changing from food boxes to food vouchers requires a new authorization.

As a result, household members who are not independently eligible will no longer be included, and there will be a temporary gap in services during the reauthorization process.

Under the latest guidance, only a limited number of organizations have been authorized to continue providing this service. BPJCC is pleased to be one of them.

As announced last week, BPJCC SCN participants are receiving exclusive early access to our Back-to-School event before it opens to the public next week.

Sign up HERE to reserve free backpacks filled with school supplies for your children.

BPJCC Food Card Program Participants

BPJCC has partnered with the following establishments for our Food Voucher program.*

• Bochners Grocery
• Benny's Famous Pizza
• 16th Ave Food Corner
• Kaff's Bakery and Grocery
• Yidels USA
•  Appetizing Plus
•  Center Fresh Supermarket
• Shomer Shabes Supermarket
•  Kosher Discount
• Parkville Food Center
• Mehadrin Supermarket
• Spot Kosher Market
• Kosher Food Depot
• Certo Market
• Posner's Food Center Inc.
• Shauly's Meat
• Yossi's Fish Market
• Fischmans Food Center
• Sanz Meats
• Aaron's Fruit Emporium
• Rubins Grocery Inc
• Abe's Fruits Inc
• Weber's Fruit Store Inc.
• Einhorn Grocery
• 46 Street Food Center
• Mehudar
• Appels Superette
• Tov Meod
• Food Basket
• Duddys Corner
• Super 13
• BP Fish Market/Tuv Taam Fish/Catch & Co

To hear the current list of participating vendors, call 718-701-7076, ext. 0, where our automated system will share the most up-to-date information.

Are you a grocery store interested in joining our network? Click HERE to complete our vendor interest form and begin the enrollment process.

*More stores will be added shortly.

I really enjoy benefiting from this service. I especially love that the food is different every week, which keeps things interesting and helpful.

Thank you for all that you do for all of Boro Park! 

- Malky

The service is amazing! Everyone in the office is so kind! The deliveries are so organized, and you always text me with updates, which I really appreciate.

- Ariella

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Tip From Our Dietitian

Fresh fruits and vegetables are an important part of a healthy diet, but they can spoil quickly if they're not stored properly. Learning a few simple storage tips can help your produce stay fresh longer, reduce food waste, and save money.

Not all produce should be stored the same way. Tomatoes, peaches, nectarines, and unripe avocados should be kept at room temperature until they ripen. Once ripe, most fruits can be refrigerated to help extend their freshness. Leafy greens, carrots, cucumbers, peppers, mushrooms, and many other vegetables should be stored in the refrigerator.

Excess moisture is one of the biggest reasons produce spoils. If you wash lettuce or other leafy greens before storing them, dry them thoroughly with a salad spinner or clean kitchen towel. Then place a dry paper towel in the storage container to absorb extra moisture. This simple step can help greens stay fresh much longer.

Some reusable produce storage containers are designed to improve air circulation and reduce moisture buildup, which may also help extend freshness. Even without special containers, keeping produce clean, dry, and stored correctly can make a noticeable difference.

A few small changes in how you store your produce can help you enjoy more fresh fruits and vegetables while reducing waste and getting the most from your grocery budget.

Budget-Friendly Ideas

Throwing away spoiled produce also means throwing away money.

A few simple habits can help your groceries last longer.



• Store older produce in the front of the refrigerator so you use it first.
• Keep leafy greens dry. If you wash them before storing, dry them well and place a dry paper towel in the container to absorb excess moisture.
• Freeze ripe fruit such as bananas, peaches, or mango before it becomes overripe. It's perfect later for smoothies or baking.
• Revive limp carrots or celery by placing them in ice water for about 30 minutes.
• A few simple storage habits can help your produce stay fresh longer, reduce food waste, and stretch your grocery budget.

Simple Healthy Tip

First In, First Out

When you unpack your groceries, move older fruits and vegetables to the front of the refrigerator and place the newer items behind them.

This simple habit, often called "First In, First Out," makes it easier to use older produce before it spoils. It's an easy way to reduce food waste, save money, and make sure you are enjoying your fruits and vegetables at their freshest.