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Food

Help buying groceries and getting meals for you and your family. Your state runs food benefits (SNAP), WIC for pregnant people and young children, and school meals. Food banks and free meal sites near you can help too, often the same day.Help in Vermont.

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Programs in Vermont

Vermont programs for this kind of help. Each agency decides who qualifies.

  • Department for Children and Families

    3SquaresVT

    In Vermont, SNAP is called 3SquaresVT.

    3SquaresVT helps eligible households pay for food each month.

    Ways to apply:OnlinePhonePaperIn person

  • Department for Children and Families

    Summer EBT

    In Vermont, Summer EBT is called SUN Bucks.

    Summer EBT gives eligible children money for groceries during summer break.

    Ways to apply:Online

  • Vermont Department of Health

    Vermont WIC

    WIC provides eligible pregnant people, infants, and young children with food and nutrition support.

    Ways to apply:OnlinePhoneIn person

  • Vermont Agency of Education

    School Meals Programs

    School meal programs help schools serve breakfast and lunch to eligible children.

Checked on October 8, 2026

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