Alchemist CDC has seen the number of CalFresh dollars spent at its markets rise from $15,204 in May 2015 to $16,763 in May 2016! Some specific markets have seen particularly impressive increases:
| Market Name | CalFresh Dollars Redeemed in May 2015 | CalFresh Dollars Redeemed in May 2016 |
| Sunrise Station Farmers’ Market | $514 | $1,028 |
| Country Club Plaza Farmers’ Market | $925 | $1,537 |
| Florin Farmers’ Market | $4,014 | $4,576 |
| Laguna Farmers’ Market | $1,026 | $1,156 |
The federal government estimates that every dollar of CalFresh money spent in our region generates $1.79 in total community spending, by this measure, this increase has generated an extra $2,700 in community spending compared to last May! Alchemist CDC, with the help of our partners and volunteers, has worked hard to create these increases. We will continue to work to increase the availability and access to healthy, fresh, local produce for all our neighbors