📅 Deadline: Rolling — apply anytime during pregnancy or until child turns 5
Amount
Avg. $45–$100/month in food benefits + services
Provider
USDA Food and Nutrition Service
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About this program
WIC provides healthy food, nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and healthcare referrals for income-eligible pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children under 5. It's one of the most impactful programs for early childhood health but many eligible families don't apply. Benefits come as vouchers or EBT cards for specific healthy foods.
Who qualifies?
Pregnant women, recently postpartum women, breastfeeding women, infants, and children under 5. Income at or below 185% of the federal poverty level. Most Medicaid-enrolled individuals automatically qualify.
What you get
Monthly food packages (specific healthy foods tailored to your needs), nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals to healthcare and social services.
Requirements
- ✓Pregnancy or child under 5 in household
- ✓Income at or below 185% federal poverty level
- ✓Residency in the state where applying
- ✓Nutritional risk assessment (done at the clinic — most people qualify)
How to apply
- 1Find your local WIC clinic at wiclocator.fns.usda.gov
- 2Call to schedule an appointment — bring ID, proof of income, and proof of pregnancy or child's age
- 3Many clinics offer same-day benefits for urgent needs
- 4Application and services are completely free
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Always verify deadlines and requirements directly with the granting organization before applying.
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