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Hunger Free Vermont

@HungerFreeVT

Statewide organization with the mission to end the injustice of hunger and malnutrition for all Vermonters.

Nothing says ‘I care’ like fighting hunger. SNAP is a lifeline for millions, and we can’t let Congress slash funding for this proven program. Send an email to your legislators and tell them to protect SNAP! bit.ly/3Q833pn #HandsOffSNAP

HungerFreeVT's tweet image. Nothing says ‘I care’ like fighting hunger. SNAP is a lifeline for millions, and
we can’t let Congress slash funding for this proven program. Send an email to
your legislators and tell them to protect SNAP! bit.ly/3Q833pn
#HandsOffSNAP

🚨 Governor Scott wants to repeal Universal School Meals in Vermont! Eliminating this program would harm tens of thousands of students. We need to act NOW! Take action here: hungerfreevt.org/protect-univer… #KeepSchoolMealsUniversal #VTPoli


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#SNAP cuts that affect eligibility for families with children also have ripple effects for #WIC & #schoolmeals by making it harder for families to sign up and increasing paperwork for clinic & school staff.

Some Republican lawmakers are considering harmful cuts & policy changes to #SNAP this year. But these proposals wouldn’t only harm low-income people who need SNAP to afford groceries. They could also weaken SNAP’s effectiveness in supporting jobs & the broader economy. 🧵



You may have heard that the Trump Administration announced a federal funding freeze late last night. Here's what we know now: SNAP benefits are protected from this freeze. People will not lose access to their benefits and will not see an interruption in February distributions.

HungerFreeVT's tweet image. You may have heard that the Trump Administration announced a federal funding freeze late last night. Here's what we know now: SNAP benefits are protected from this freeze. People will not lose access to their benefits and will not see an interruption in February distributions.

Last week, @wdevradio's Vermont Viewpoint featured our Executive Director, Anore Horton, in a must-hear episode: "David Zuckerman: Affordable Housing, Food Costs, and YOUR CALLS." Listen here: open.spotify.com/episode/75ihGP…


Social Security benefits are vital for our neighbors, and should be protected, not cut. HFVT is also working to bring the Restaurant Meals Program to VT, so these seniors can use their 3SquaresVT benefits at local restaurants. These programs work to ensure food security for all

#DYK nearly 1 in 4 Vermonters (~161,000) receive Social Security benefits? If Congress doesn’t take action to protect SS, benefits could be cut by about 20%



“Vermonters should know that SNAP benefits are currently secure and will be for several more months… cuts are far from certain,” explains Ivy, our SNAP policy and training lead. Read the full article here: timesargus.com/news/local/hun…


Way to go, NY advocates!

The Healthy School Meals for All NY Kids coalition joined @votejgr & other champions at the Capitol today to continue the #Meals4AllNY momentum. With @GovKathyHochul's proposal & the Legislature’s ongoing support, this is the year to make #Meals4AllNY a reality!

NewYorkHunger's tweet image. The Healthy School Meals for All NY Kids coalition joined @votejgr & other champions at the Capitol today to continue the #Meals4AllNY momentum. With @GovKathyHochul's proposal & the Legislature’s ongoing support, this is the year to make #Meals4AllNY a reality!
NewYorkHunger's tweet image. The Healthy School Meals for All NY Kids coalition joined @votejgr & other champions at the Capitol today to continue the #Meals4AllNY momentum. With @GovKathyHochul's proposal & the Legislature’s ongoing support, this is the year to make #Meals4AllNY a reality!
NewYorkHunger's tweet image. The Healthy School Meals for All NY Kids coalition joined @votejgr & other champions at the Capitol today to continue the #Meals4AllNY momentum. With @GovKathyHochul's proposal & the Legislature’s ongoing support, this is the year to make #Meals4AllNY a reality!
NewYorkHunger's tweet image. The Healthy School Meals for All NY Kids coalition joined @votejgr & other champions at the Capitol today to continue the #Meals4AllNY momentum. With @GovKathyHochul's proposal & the Legislature’s ongoing support, this is the year to make #Meals4AllNY a reality!


CEP has been a game changer in helping bring Universal School Meals in UNDER budget in Vermont. Check out FRAC's blog post about proposed cuts from Congress:


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As Trump continues to make policy threats affecting immigrant families, get the facts to know what rights and services your family is still entitled to. Learn more at KeepYourBenefits.org and continue to follow us for future updates as things change.


Shelter and food security go hand in hand. Launching the Restaurant Meals Program in VT would allow our unhoused neighbors to use 3SquaresVT benefitd at a local participating restaurant, providing a food access point while we work towards housing for all #VTPoli

Burlington's only low-barrier homeless shelter will open this week in a former federal office building. Operated by COTS, the 30-bed space on Pearl Street will admit people regardless of their sobriety. It opens on Wednesday evening buff.ly/4gX4SkY

sevendaysvt's tweet image. Burlington's only low-barrier homeless shelter will open this week in a former federal office building. Operated by COTS, the 30-bed space on Pearl Street will admit people regardless of their sobriety. It opens on Wednesday evening buff.ly/4gX4SkY


SNAP, known in Vermont as 3SquaresVT, is a critical lifeline for so many in Vermont. On both the State and national level, protecting and expanding SNAP benefits must be a top priority.

SNAP is a lifeline for millions of families, like Jonetta's, who rely on it to put food on the table. We must protect and strengthen SNAP to ensure no one goes hungry. #EndHungerNow

fractweets's tweet image. SNAP is a lifeline for millions of families, like Jonetta's, who rely on it to put food on the table. We must protect and strengthen SNAP to ensure no one goes hungry. #EndHungerNow


Balancing school, work, and family is tough, but food help is now easier! Community college students can apply for 3SquaresVT without a work requirement. Call 2-1-1, text VFBSNAP to 85511, or visit vermontfoodhelp.com to check if you qualify.

HungerFreeVT's tweet image. Balancing school, work, and family is tough, but food help is now easier! Community college students can apply for 3SquaresVT without a work requirement. Call 2-1-1, text VFBSNAP to 85511, or visit vermontfoodhelp.com to check if you qualify.

Folks across Vermont are struggling. As the Legislative Session kicks off tomorrow, we will be advocating for stronger programs to serve everyone in Vermont. Launching the Restaurant Meals Program, expanding the Child Tax Credit, and more. #VTPoli

“Food, housing, and healthcare are eating up more and more of Vermonters’ budgets, and wages have been persistently low.” More on State of Working Vermont in @RutlandHerald: timesargus.com/news/local/ann…



For many families, the holidays bring hard choices: heat or a holiday meal? Bills or gifts for your kids? We can change that by building systems that ensure no one in VT goes hungry and everyone has the economic resilience to take care of their families. bit.ly/407nAQM

HungerFreeVT's tweet image. For many families, the holidays bring hard choices: heat or a holiday meal? Bills or gifts for your kids? We can change that by building systems that ensure no one in VT goes hungry and everyone has the economic resilience to take care of their families. bit.ly/407nAQM

For families facing hunger, joy can feel out of reach. Your support helps us tackle the root causes of hunger, building systems that ensure every family has food, dignity, and stability—not just this season, but for years to come. bit.ly/407nAQM

HungerFreeVT's tweet image. For families facing hunger, joy can feel out of reach. Your support helps us tackle the root causes of hunger, building systems that ensure every family has food, dignity, and stability—not just this season, but for years to come. bit.ly/407nAQM

No one should wonder where their next meal will come from during the holidays or anytime of year. Your support fuels the work to create a more resilient Vermont and build a hunger-free future for everyone living in Vermont. Donate today: hungerfreevt.kindful.com/?campaign=1340…

HungerFreeVT's tweet image. No one should wonder where their next meal will come from during the holidays or anytime of year. Your support fuels the work to create a more resilient Vermont and build a hunger-free future for everyone living in Vermont. Donate today: hungerfreevt.kindful.com/?campaign=1340…

The expansion of CEP has been HUGE for Vermont - allowing us to be the ONLY State in the Country where Universal School Meals is coming in UNDER budget. Thank you to all of our Administrative and Legislative partners that have made USM a success in Vermont! #VTPoli


Struggling with heating costs? You may qualify for the Seasonal Fuel Assistance Program—and 3SquaresVT benefits too! Apply online, by mail, or in person. Need help? Call 2-1-1 to learn more!

HungerFreeVT's tweet image. Struggling with heating costs? You may qualify for the Seasonal Fuel Assistance Program—and 3SquaresVT benefits too! Apply online, by mail, or in person. Need help? Call 2-1-1 to learn more!

There is some good news coming out of DC! In the proposed Farm Bill extension, there is bipartisan support for continued protection of SNAP/3SquaresVT benefits against skimming. This is a big deal for ensuring folks get the full benefits they deserve.


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