Matmissionen: groceries at around one-third of the usual price for people on low incomes

Matmissionen operates in the Stockholm region, with stores including Handen, Kista, Rågsved and Södertälje. This is a Stockholms Stadsmission service, not a nationwide government benefit. Income criteria can change.

Groceries at around one-third of the usual price — if you qualify for membership.

In the Stockholm region, Matmissionen runs social grocery stores for people on low incomes. After an eligibility check, members can buy goods at around one-third of the usual price.

What you need to know

• Matmissionen operates in the Stockholm region, with stores including Handen, Kista, Rågsved and Södertälje.
• Members buy goods for around one third of normal retail prices or less.
• Up to SEK 400 per week can be spent at member prices; unused balance does not roll over.
• For salary or a-kassa income, the current threshold is an average below SEK 13,717 per month after tax over the last three months; other benefit categories have different rules.

What to do

1. Check the current membership criteria.
2. Prepare ID and proof of income or benefits.
3. Apply in the Matmissionen app or through member services.
4. Once approved, book a shopping slot in the app or through member service.

Important

This is a Stockholms Stadsmission service, not a nationwide government benefit. Income criteria can change.

Official sources

• Stockholms Stadsmission — Bli medlem hos Matmissionen
• Stockholms Stadsmission — Matmissionen – våra butiker

Sources checked: 2026-09-11.