Scammers are targeting recipients of 3SquaresVT – also known as SNAP or food stamps – and trying to steal money meant to assist households with buying food. Scammers are calling and sending messages, fraudulently claiming that the client’s EBT card has been “locked,” and instructing them to call back to verify their eligibility. This is a scam.

Government officials will never text or call clients to request this information. Do not respond and never give your EBT card numbers to an unknown caller. Economic Services will only contact you about SNAP benefits using the following numbers:

For text messages: 802-215-3243
For phone calls: 800-933-3405

If you encounter this scam, hang up and report it to the Consumer Assistance Program at 800-649-2424.