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3SQUARESVT | VERMONT DEPARTMENT FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - ECONOMIC SERVICES DIVISION

100 Main Street, Suite 240, Newport, VT 05855

Gross household income equal to or less than 185% of the Federal Poverty Level, OR household with children that receives the Vermont Earned Income Tax Credit; Households are considered to be Individuals or groups of people who live and eat together and meet income, resource, and residency guidelines
In Person: Monday-Friday: 7:45am-4:30pm Telephone: Monday-Friday: 8:00am-4:30pm
8004796151

Voice - Toll Free

8022410514

Fax - FAX | Application and Document Processing Center (ADPC)

8552473092

Voice - Language Interpretation Line

8774037668

Voice - Toll Free | Interview Unit

8023343386

Fax - FAX

https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/3SquaresVT

Vermont state

Description

Provides monthly supplemental nutrition assistance benefits to low-income households to purchase food. Households in which any person is younger than 65 access their benefit using a Vermont Express electronic benefits transfer (EBT) debit card. If everyone in a household is 65 or older, or receiving Supplemental Security Income (SSI), benefits are deposited as cash into the recipient's bank account. Expedited benefits are available in emergencies and other specific situations. EBT cards may also be used to buy fresh, local products at certain farmers' markets in Vermont. A list of farmer's markets that can accept EBT cards is available on the website. In addition, 3SquaresVT benefits may be used for seeds and plants that grow fruit and vegetables at any retailer or farmer's market that accepts EBT cards.

Last Assured

09/29/2025

Providing organization

VERMONT DEPARTMENT FOR CHILDREN AND FAMILIES - ECONOMIC SERVICES DIVISION

The Vermont Department for Children and Families - Economic Services Division (DCF-ESD) administers state and federal programs that help individuals and families meet their basic needs, including 3SquaresVT, Essential Person, Fuel Assistance, and Reach Up.