A federal USDA program that helps you put healthy foods on your table every day!
Who Is Eligible
You may be eligible if:
- Your gross household income is equal to or less than 185% of the Federal Poverty Level, or
- You have children and get the VT Earned Income Tax Credit.
You may still qualify if your income is over the limit if your household includes someone 60+ or with a disability, but we'll consider the resources you own (with a few exceptions, like your home and certain retirement accounts).
If you get 3SquaresVT benefits and are between the ages of 16 and 59, you may need to meet work rules unless you are exempt or excused.
If Your Application Is Approved
You’ll get money every month you can use to buy food at many stores & farmers markets.
- If anyone is under 65, your benefits will be added to a Vermont EBT Card.
- If everyone is 65 or older or receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), your benefits will be deposited as cash into your bank account.
How To Apply
There are two ways to submit an application. You can apply online using the myBenefits portal or you can submit a paper application by following the steps below.
- Print Form 202 or call 1-800-479-6151 to request a copy.
- Complete and sign it.
- Submit it by:
- using the document uploader,
- mailing it to the address on the application, or
- dropping it off at a district office.
Additional Benefits
If you get 3SquaresVT:
- You qualify for free employment & training supports through ICAN.
- Your children may qualify for free meals at school.
- You qualify for Crop Cash through NOFA-VT.
Where To Learn More
- Call our Benefits Service Center at 1-800-479-6151. We accept all relay calls.
- If you are age 60+, you can also call 1-800-642-5119.