VeggieVanGo
Are you looking to add more fresh fruits and veggies to your diet? Vermont Foodbank’s VeggieVanGo (VVG) fresh produce events are a great way to expand your menu and stretch your food budget! There are no eligibility requirements or reservations needed to access this program. Local partners in communities across Vermont host events in partnership with Vermont Foodbank.
Vermont Foodbank partners with schools and healthcare organizations statewide to distribute fresh produce in local communities on a monthly basis. The goal of the VeggieVanGo (VVG) program is to create a dignified, welcoming, and comfortable atmosphere where free food can be easily accessed. There are no eligibility requirements or registrations required to participate.
Through VeggieVanGo, Vermont Foodbank distributes 2 million pounds of fresh food to neighbors each year. Each event offers 4-5 fresh produce items. With the help of dedicated, community volunteers, produce is shared with thousands of families and individuals.
To find out about a local VVG near you, please fill out the contact form below or call 1-800-585-2265. You can also find information about VeggieVanGo by calling 211 or visiting the 211 Vermont Resource Directory.
Frequently Asked Questions
No. Registration is not required, and there are no income eligibility requirements to receive food at VeggieVanGo. We aim to serve anyone who lacks consistent access to fresh produce.
Most VeggieVanGo events are drive-thru. Staff and volunteers will guide your car as you line up and move through the distribution. You do not need to get out of your vehicle to receive food. Please arrive after the event start time. Wait times vary by location, but plan to spend about 15–30 minutes.
Walk-up events require you to park, walk to the distribution and carry food back to your vehicle.
Every event is different. You can expect fresh fruits and veggies, which might include produce like carrots, cabbage, squash, potatoes, leafy greens, onions, apples, cucumbers and more.
Please use the online submission form above to connect with the VeggieVanGo Team and find an event near you, or, call (800) 585-2265. You can also find information about VeggieVanGo by calling 211 or visiting the 211 Vermont Resource Directory.
Attendees are welcome to pick up food for themselves and additional households as supply allows. You are welcome to ask a neighbor, friend or family member to pick up for you. If you aren’t able to access a VeggieVanGo in person or through a neighbor, we recommend contacting a mutual aid organization or finding a local charitable food agency in your area. VeggieVanGo is just one piece of the food access system in Vermont. Use our Find a Food Shelf tool to locate food assistance in your area.. To learn more about 3SquaresVT, which provides money to purchase food, visit our 3SquaresVT page.
Yes, we would love your help! You can register to volunteer on Volunteer Hub or reach out to Volunteer Services at volunteer@vtfoodbank.org with any questions.
Inclement weather can cause an event to be rescheduled or cancelled. If you want to know if an event has been cancelled before you travel, you can do one of the following:
- Send an email to veggievango@vtfoodbank.org. Cancellations will be noted in the auto reply.
- Call the Vermont Foodbank: 1-800-585-2265
- Check this webpage for cancellation announcements.
VeggieVanGo events are put on in partnership with schools and hospitals around the state. Each event’s partner is responsible for targeted outreach and local publicity of a VeggieVanGo event. For this reason, as well as maintaining sustainable event attendance, statewide lists are not available.
You don't know how much this means to me…Most of my meals come from Dollar General. These veggies are much healthier for me, especially since I have diabetes.”
~ Older adult in Arlington, VT
VVG is funded in part by the USDA’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. In Vermont, SNAP is called 3SquaresVT (3SVT). 3SquaresVT is a program that helps you buy the foods you love, when you want. Many people are eligible and don’t realize it. To learn more from our 3SquaresVT team, email 3SVT@vtfoodbank.org, call our helpline at 1-855-855-6181, text VFBSNAP to 85511, or visit our 3SquaresVT webpage.
