NOFA seeks $500,000 in FY27 to sustain Crop Cash, Crop Cash Plus and FarmShare programs NOFA Vermont requested $500,000 in FY27 funding for Crop Cash, Crop Cash Plus and FarmShare to expand SNAP incentives at farmers markets, broaden vendor eligibility, and subsidize CSA shares; the programs leverage federal funds and NOFA reported program impact and prior appropriations.

NOFA Vermont is pushing for $500,000 to boost food security programs that double SNAP benefits and subsidize community-supported agriculture for families in need.

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NOFA Vermont seeks $500,000 to sustain Crop Cash programs that boost farmers and SNAP recipients NOFA Vermont urged the committee to continue state support for Crop Cash, Crop Cash Plus and FarmShare programs, asking for $500,000 in ongoing funding to keep incentives flowing to farmers and improve low-income consumers’ access to local markets after the November SNAP disruptions.

Vermont is at a crossroads: will the state invest $500,000 to sustain vital programs that connect low-income families with local farmers and strengthen the economy?

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Vermont Assembly establishes Vermonters Feeding Vermonters Grant Program for local food access Vermont General Assembly enacts grant program to enhance local food distribution through Vermont Foodbank.

Vermont is taking a bold step to ensure no one goes hungry with the new Vermonters Feeding Vermonters Grant Program!

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Vermont legislature establishes Vermonters Feeding Vermonters Grant Program to combat food insecurity Vermont Foodbank receives funding to enhance local food access through new grant program.

Vermont Foodbank is set to revolutionize food access with a new grant program aimed at combating food insecurity in the state.

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Vermont expands SNAP program to allow restaurant meal purchases for vulnerable residents Vermont enables SNAP beneficiaries to buy meals from local restaurants to improve access.

Vermont is transforming food access for vulnerable residents by allowing them to use SNAP benefits at local restaurants, empowering choice and dignity in meal selections.

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Burlington Farmers Market pushes for food access and local economy support Burlington emphasizes food access and local farmer support through sustained funding initiatives.

Vermont's Senate meeting unveils how local food programs can enhance community health and support farmers, showcasing a vibrant future for the Burlington Farmers Market.

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