Statewide organization with the mission to end the injustice of hunger and malnutrition for all Vermonters.
South Burlington, VT
Joined April 2009
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Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
#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. 🧵
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
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.
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Vermont’s school lunch participation reached an additional 10K students each school day in 2022-2023, after passing their Healthy #SchoolMeals4All policy. Shout Out to @hungerfreevt for being a #SchoolLunchChampion! #NSLW24 frac.org/wp-content/uploads/…
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
We’re happy to celebrate universal school meals anytime, but especially during #NationalSchoolLunchWeek!
Happy #NationalSchoolLunchWeek!
School meals are essential for student success. They prevent hunger, model balanced nutrition, encourage food exploration, improve focus, and more.
Let's ensure every child has the fuel to thrive- learn how you can help here!
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Take Action Today: Let’s make sure everyone knows that the school nutrition programs are vital for ensuring that children have access to nutritious meals essential for academic success, and the time for Healthy #SchoolMeals4All is now. frac.org/blog/healthy-school…
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
This summer, @HungerFreeVT is supporting access to free and healthy meals to kids across 175 locations. I toured a site in Barre to learn more about the program.
In aftermath of the recent flooding, I’m proud to see Vermonters coming together to help families combat hunger.
ALT Peter talks to a Vermonter while lunch trays with food are prepared in the background.
ALT Peter poses for a photo with two Vermonters.
ALT Peter poses for a photo with two Vermonters.
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Senator Welch & Hunger Free Vermont highlight free summer meal plan for Vermont kids in need trib.al/qZqWKZw
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Solving some of our state’s biggest challenges will take both immediate action and long term policy change. We’re committed to working with partners (including @HungerFreeVT @VermontFoodbank + more) across the state to build a Vermont where we can all thrive.
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
A recent media report includes new details about House Agriculture Committee Republicans' plans for USDA’s #ThriftyFoodPlan (TFP), the basis for #SNAP benefit levels. Bottom line: This proposal would cut benefits for every SNAP participant in future years & should be rejected.
scoop from yest: House Ag Chair GT Thompson is planning to unveil long-delayed House farm bill draft, hold markup by Memorial Day
Dems meeting today to discuss latest GOP offer on offsets
outlook still bleak for final passage of any farm bill this yr
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Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Visit taxcreditsvt.org to learn more about the:
✅Vermont Child Tax Credit
✅Vermont Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC)
#Taxes #Vermont #CTC
Are you a full-time or part-time resident of Vermont? Learn more about the tax credits you may be eligible for in the 2023 tax season at tax.vermont.gov/individuals/….
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Congrats @CAFoodBanks, @FullPlatesMaine, @projectbread, @threesquareLV, & @HungerFreeVT for helping to pass Healthy School Meals for All in your state. Keep the momentum going and raise your hands for Congress to pass #SchoolMeals4All nationwide. frac.org/hsmfa-report-2024
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
8 states have passed free Healthy #SchoolMeals4All policies. Nevada is putting pandemic funds to good use by offering one more year of #freeschoolmeals to all students. SY 2023–24 will be a time to continue the momentum & embrace free #schoolmeals4all! frac.org/blog/free-healthy-s…
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Join FRAC today for a #BackToSchool day celebrating the role of #schoolmeals and #afterschoolmeals in fueling children’s health and learning. Tag & tell your colleagues why you are raising your hand for #schoolmeals4all! Check out our menu of activities. frac.org/back-to-school
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Vermonters, join @SenSanders, @PeterWelch and me next Wednesday to learn more about available federal resource for those affected by flooding.
I'm teaming up with @SenSanders and @RepBeccaB for a Telephone Town Meeting on Wednesday, July 26 at 7:30pm to discuss federal resources available to Vermonters impacted by flooding.
Register to join at the link below.
outreach.senate.gov/iqextran…
ALT Graphic with a picture of a flooded town in the background. Text on the graphic reads: Telephone Town Meeting on Vermont's Flooding Disaster Wednesday, July 26 7:30pm RSVP at Sanders.Senate.gov/Events
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
@HungerFreeVT is collecting information from Vermonters who have lost access to groceries, meals, water, or infant formula due to the #VTflood23. Please fill out this short survey and spread the word to help secure state and federal assistance! tinyurl.com/3jscthf2
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
There are many resources available to Vermonters as we recover from catastrophic flooding, including FEMA assistance, emergency shelter, support for farmers and businesses, and more. You can see a comprehensive list in one place here: vermont.gov/flood
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Amazing news: #Vermont is now the 6th state to sign #SchoolMealsForAll into law!
FoodCorps is excited for this win and continues to push for Congress to pass legislation that expands and funds #SchoolMeals for all.
Special congrats to @HungerFreeVT and @VT_FEED! 🎉
ALT Purple graphic with text that reads, “Vermont passes free school meals for all!”
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
NEW: Vermont Gov. Phil Scott allowed a bill for permanent free meals to be made law without his signature.
He disapproved of what he called “regressive” taxes to pay for the program.
Vermont joins a slate of states to create free meals after Congress ended the pandemic benefit
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
Big congrats from AZ to @HungerFreeVT and their team! This is a huge win for all states that are working on #freeschoolmeals!
Great job getting past that last executive hurdle! 🧡😎
ALT Image of a breaking news graphic with a short description of the Vermont bill that was just signed to provide free school meals in VT, "Vermont governor 'allows' free school meals to become law...without his signature or veto. H 165 will utilize state funds to provide public school students free breakfast and lunch daily at school, and it will go into effect on July 1. Vermont joins states like California, Maine, Colorado, Minnesota, and New Mexico in offering universal free school meals on a permanent basis."
Hunger Free Vermont retweeted
"The Hot Foods Act would go a long way in closing this gap by allowing SNAP households to conveniently purchase hot prepared foods at grocery stores. This is a long overdue & critical step to ensure equity in the marketplace." said @fracprez, Luis Guardia. meng.house.gov/media-center/…