About WIC

WIC gives you access to healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding guidance, and so much more. If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a child under 5 — you can get personalized support for you and your family.

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Benefits

WIC has the resources, knowledge, and tools to help you be the parent you want to be.

6.7 Million

WIC supports over 6.7 million people in communities across the United States every year.

50 Percent

Half of all infants born in the United States participate in WIC.

For 50 years, WIC has provided families with nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and healthy foods to help them care for themselves and their babies.

Get Started with WIC

Eligibility

If you’re pregnant, breastfeeding, or have a child under 5 — you can get the right personalized support for you and your family. Start the enrollment process with WIC today!

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Step 1 Start the Enrollment Process

Contact your local office to learn more about how WIC can benefit you and your family and start the enrollment process.

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Step 2 Start Using Your Benefits

With WIC, you can receive healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, health care referrals, and more.

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Process

We're here to support you on your parenting journey and make sure your child gets the healthy start they deserve. Our devoted staff is here to guide you every step of the way.

Step 1 Start the Enrollment Process

Call your local office to learn more about how WIC can benefit you and your family and start the enrollment process.

Step 2 Certify in the Program

Visit your local office and bring along proof of income and residence to confirm you qualify and finish enrollment.

Step 3 Start Using Your Benefits

Get access to WIC support, like healthy foods, nutrition counseling, health care referrals, and more.

Step 4 Get Health Check-ups and Nutrition Education

Visit your local office a few times a year for health checkups for you and your children and nutritional guidance.