3SquaresVT is a federal USDA program (formerly food stamps) that provides money to purchase food. The benefits depend on household size, income, and expenses.  If a family is eligible and a school-age child, and the school participates in a federal meals program, the child also qualifies for free meals.

Eligible for 3SquaresVT if:

• Your gross household income is equal to or less than 185% of the federal poverty level (FPL) — regardless of the resources you own.
• Your gross household income is over 185% of FPL but your household includes someone age 60+ or with a disability. We will consider the resources you own (e.g., bank accounts and vehicles) with some exceptions (e.g., your home and certain retirement accounts).
• You have children and get the Vermont Earned Income Tax Credit.