Second Congregational Church, UCC* Hillside Street, Bennington, Vermont (802) 442-2559 "resolutely inclusive, spiritually alive, and empowered for ministry in the world."
Vermont 3Squares is the new program to help more Vermont families (of any size) buy food and so have other money freed up to pay for other monthly expenses. We have all already paid in to this program, through our taxes. This is not “charity”! The income limits have increased, making this resource available to folks who may not have qualified before. There are flyers with phone numbers and internet sites available in the lobby, but here’s a notice to Seniors, for starters–
“Seniors: Call today to learn more about 3Squares VT. 3SquaresVT provides monthly resources to help you pay for food–the average monthly benefit for senior households is $158. Seniors may be able to get benefits deposited as cash in their bank accounts. Applying is easier than ever–savings and retirement accounts don’t count against you and you can have your interview over the phone. 3SquaresVT help our local grocery stores and food producers by bringing additional dollars into our local economy. Do your part by applying for 3SquaresVT today. Call 1-800-642-5119 for more information.”
