Food
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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
Food banks that serve Vermont
Food banks in the Feeding America network supply the food pantries and meal sites near you. Call yours or check its website to find one close by.
- Vermont Foodbank
Serves the whole state
Call 802-476-3341Find food near youListed on feedingamerica.org, checked on October 10, 2026
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- Vermont 2-1-1
Free help finding food, housing, bills and more near you.
Call 211 - 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline
Call or text 988 if you are in crisis or worried about someone. Any time.
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