Vermonters who receive food benefits through the federal SNAP program, in Vermont known as 3SquaresVT, can use the benefits to buy eligible items online as of Wednesday.
The authorized retailers at this time are limited to Amazon, available throughout Vermont, and Walmart.com, for pick up at the Bennington store.
Amazon orders can be paid with EBT food benefits and Walmart orders with EBT food or cash benefits.
“This pilot gives people who get 3SquaresVT more options to put food on their tables, safely,” said DCF Commissioner Ken Schatz. “This is important during the current health crisis, especially for vulnerable Vermonters. Some may be at higher risk for COVID-19; some may not have access to private transportation.”
For more information, go to https://dcf.vermont.gov/benefits/EBT/online.
— Cate Chant
