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WIC

WIC helps families with young children get healthy food, nutrition advice, and referrals. Fathers and other caregivers raising young children can look into it for their kids.

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Alabama

  • WIC Program

    Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH)

    WIC is a supplemental nutrition program for pregnant women, breastfeeding women, women who had a baby within the last six months, infants, and children under five. Families apply by making an appointment at their county health department.

    Where
    Alabama
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Applicants must meet income guidelines, live in Alabama, and be seen by a health professional at the WIC clinic, where nutritional risk is evaluated. Bring ID, proof of residence, and proof of Medicaid, SNAP, or Family Assistance enrollment or household income. The WIC clinic decides eligibility.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for WIC Program)

Alaska

  • Alaska WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Alaska Department of Health

    Alaska WIC offers free healthy foods, nutrition and breastfeeding assessment, education, and support, plus referrals to other programs. Fathers, mothers, grandparents, foster parents, and other guardians of a child under 5 can apply for the child.

    Where
    Alaska
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who live in Alaska, have a nutritional need, and are pregnant or breastfeeding, have a child under 5, or are foster parents, and who meet income guidelines. Families who are income-eligible for SNAP, Medicaid, Denali KidCare, or ATAP meet WIC income guidelines. The page posts income guidelines for July 1, 2026 to June 30, 2027. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Alaska WIC (Women, Infants and Children))

Arizona

  • Arizona WIC

    Arizona Department of Health Services

    Arizona WIC provides nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and nutritious foods for pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children under five, plus referrals to other community resources such as immunizations. Dads, grandparents, foster parents, and other guardians can apply for their children.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children under five in Arizona who qualify. Find a clinic online or call. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Arizona WIC)

  • Inter Tribal Council of Arizona (ITCA) WIC

    Inter Tribal Council of Arizona, Inc.

    ITCA runs a WIC program that provides healthy foods, meal and snack ideas, and connections to community resources for families who are pregnant, breastfeeding, recently gave birth or had a pregnancy loss, or have a child under five. Parents, grandparents, foster parents, and other caregivers can apply for children in their care.

    Where
    Arizona
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For people who are pregnant, breastfeeding, gave birth or had a pregnancy loss within six months, and children under five, who meet income rules. People on SNAP or TANF are automatically income-eligible. Contact your local ITCA WIC clinic. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Inter Tribal Council of Arizona (ITCA) WIC)

Arkansas

  • Arkansas WIC

    Arkansas Department of Health

    Arkansas WIC provides supplemental foods high in nutrients, nutrition education, breastfeeding information and support, and referrals to other health services. WIC is offered at every local health unit in Arkansas, at satellite clinics, and at four WIC-only clinics, and you can apply and get WIC in any county.

    Where
    Arkansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children under five who meet the income guidelines (revised every year; see the official page), have a nutritional need, and live in Arkansas. Proof of Medicaid (including ARKids), TEA, or SNAP can show income. Call your local health unit for an appointment, and bring ID for yourself and each child, proof of residency, proof of income, and the children you're applying for. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page for Arkansas WIC

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Arkansas WIC)

California

  • California WIC (Women, Infants & Children)

    California Department of Public Health, WIC Program

    Healthy foods, nutrition advice, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health and community services for families with young children. Benefits are loaded on the California WIC Card and can be tracked in the California WIC App.

    Where
    California
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You may qualify if you are pregnant or recently had a baby, or have or care for a child under 5 (so dads can apply for their kids), and have low-to-medium income or receive Medi-Cal, CalWORKs, or CalFresh, and live in California. Only your local WIC office can confirm eligibility. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for California WIC (Women, Infants & Children))

Colorado

  • Colorado WIC

    Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment

    Colorado WIC serves pregnant people, new and breastfeeding moms, babies, and children under 5. It welcomes all parents and caregivers: dads, grandparents, foster parents, or any caregiver of a child under five can get WIC for the child, and you don't have to be a U.S. citizen.

    Where
    Colorado
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You must live in Colorado and be pregnant, breastfeeding a baby under 1, a new mom who had a baby or was pregnant in the past 6 months, a baby, or a child under 5. WIC is open to many incomes, including working families, and people on Medicaid, TANF, SNAP, or FDPIR are automatically income-eligible. Apply by calling a clinic or filling out the online referral form; WIC staff will contact you within 10 days. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Colorado WIC)

Connecticut

  • Connecticut WIC

    Connecticut Department of Public Health

    Connecticut WIC gives healthy food on an eWIC card, nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, and referrals to health care and social services to income-eligible pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, infants, and children up to age 5. Fathers, grandparents, foster parents, and other guardians can apply for their children. Offices offer phone, video, online, and in-person appointments.

    Where
    Connecticut
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply; see the official page. People on SNAP, TFA, or HUSKY (Medicaid) are automatically income-eligible. You must live in Connecticut and complete a nutrition assessment, but you don't need to be a U.S. citizen, and WIC won't affect immigration status. Start with the online interest form, or call a local WIC office. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page for Connecticut WIC

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Connecticut WIC)

Delaware

  • Delaware WIC

    Delaware Division of Public Health (DHSS)

    Delaware WIC gives pregnant women, new mothers, and young children nutritious foods, nutrition education (WIC Smart), breastfeeding support, and referrals to other services. The program rules and food list are available in English, Spanish, and Haitian Creole.

    Where
    Delaware
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For pregnant women, new mothers, and young children. Income limits are on the WIC Income Guidelines page linked from the home page. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Delaware WIC)

Florida

  • Florida WIC

    Florida Department of Health

    WIC supports eligible pregnant and breastfeeding women, women who were recently pregnant, infants, and children under 5 who have low or moderate income, are at nutrition risk, and live in Florida. Applications and appointments are handled through county health departments.

    Where
    Florida
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income limits apply (the WIC guidelines are revised each year); see the official page. You're income-eligible if you get Medicaid, Temporary Cash Assistance, or food assistance. A nutrition risk includes conditions like underweight, overweight, low birth weight, low hemoglobin, prematurity, or chronic disease. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page for Florida WIC

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Florida WIC)

Georgia

  • Georgia WIC

    Georgia Department of Public Health (DPH)

    Georgia WIC provides eWIC food benefits (fruits and vegetables, dairy, grains, proteins, and infant formula, plus farmers market benefits in summer), breastfeeding support, health counseling with nutritionists, referrals, and a mobile app. Apply through Georgia Gateway.

    Where
    Georgia
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Income guidelines are at https://dph.georgia.gov/WIC/income-eligibility-guidelines (not checked today). See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Georgia WIC)

Hawaii

  • Hawaiʻi WIC

    Hawaiʻi Department of Health, WIC Services Branch

    WIC provides nourishing supplemental foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion, and health and social service referrals. Breastfeeding mothers can take part for up to one year postpartum and may qualify for the WIC Breast Pump Program. To start, call the WIC clinic nearest you for an appointment, or try the online eligibility assessment. Bring proof of income for everyone who works in the household, ID, proof of Hawaiʻi residence, your children, and their immunization records.

    Where
    Hawaii
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum women, and infants and children under 5 who have nutritional needs, meet federal income guidelines, and live in Hawaiʻi. Proof of QUEST, TANF, or food stamp benefits meets the income requirement. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Hawaiʻi WIC)

Idaho

  • Idaho WIC

    Idaho Department of Health and Welfare (DHW), with public health districts and Native American health agencies

    WIC is a federally funded nutrition program for women, infants, and children. Monthly benefits depend on the child's age (birth to 5th birthday) and the mother's status (pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum). Services are provided by Idaho's seven public health districts and two Native American health agencies at more than 50 clinics. To apply, find your local WIC clinic, call to set up your first appointment, and check what to bring.

    Where
    Idaho
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Idaho residents who meet income guidelines and are pregnant, breastfeeding, or had a baby within the last six months, or parents, step-parents, guardians, and foster parents of infants and children up to their 5th birthday. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Idaho WIC)

Illinois

  • Chicago WIC clinics (Chicago Department of Public Health)

    City of Chicago Department of Public Health (CDPH)

    In Chicago, WIC is administered by IDHS and run by the Chicago Department of Public Health. It offers nutrition and breastfeeding counseling, a monthly benefit card for healthy foods, formula and infant food, and health care referrals. To apply, bring an ID for each applicant and child, proof of income and proof of address to a CDPH WIC clinic. The CDPH page lists clinics by region with phones and hours; some clinics may be closed on city holidays, so call ahead.

    Where
    City of Chicago only, Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding or post-partum women, infants up to one year, and children up to 5 who meet the WIC income guidelines. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Chicago WIC clinics (Chicago Department of Public Health))

  • WIC nutrition program (Illinois)

    Illinois Department of Human Services (IDHS)

    WIC helps pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat well and stay healthy. It provides a WIC EBT card for healthy foods such as fruits and vegetables, milk, eggs, cheese, cereal, whole grains, beans and peanut butter, plus nutrition information, breastfeeding help, and help finding health care and other services. To apply, find your local WIC office with the DHS Office Locator, make an appointment, and ask what documents to bring; WIC staff check eligibility at the appointment.

    Where
    Illinois
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You may qualify if you are pregnant or recently had a baby, had a miscarriage or stillbirth in the last 6 months, or have an infant or child under 5 (including foster children), and meet the income guidelines. Income limits apply; see the official page. See the official site for current rules.

    Check current limits and amounts on the official page for WIC nutrition program (Illinois)

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for WIC nutrition program (Illinois))

Indiana

  • Indiana WIC

    Indiana Department of Health

    WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education and counseling, breastfeeding support, health screening and referrals for women, infants and children. Indiana WIC has about 174 clinics statewide. To apply, check eligibility, contact your local WIC clinic and bring the needed documents to your certification appointment.

    Where
    Indiana
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Bring the infant or child applying, a parent, guardian or caregiver, immunization records for children up to age 2, and proof of identity, address and income. You may be automatically income-eligible if you or certain family members get Medicaid, TANF or SNAP. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Indiana WIC)

Iowa

  • Iowa WIC

    Iowa Department of Health and Human Services (Iowa HHS)

    WIC provides nutrition education, eWIC cards for healthy foods, immunization screening and referrals, and health and social services referrals for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women and children up to age 5. Contact your local WIC office to make an appointment, and bring proof of Iowa address, identity and household income. Families on SNAP, Medicaid or FIP may automatically meet the income rule.

    Where
    Iowa
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Must meet the income guidelines, have an Iowa address and have a medical or nutritional need. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Iowa WIC)

Kansas

  • Johnson County WIC

    Johnson County Department of Health and Environment

    Johnson County WIC serves financially eligible women, infants and children under 5. Fathers, stepparents, foster parents, grandparents and guardians are encouraged to apply for children under 5 in their home. Start with the Kansas WIC online pre-application, then bring proof of residency, household income and identity, all dated within the past 30 days. If documents are missing you may get a 30-day temporary certification. People living outside Johnson County can call to ask about an appointment here.

    Where
    Johnson County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    You must have a child under 5 or be pregnant, and be income eligible; you may be automatically income eligible if you take part in certain other programs. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Johnson County WIC)

  • Kansas WIC

    Kansas Department of Health and Environment (KDHE), Kansas WIC Program

    WIC gives healthy foods on an eWIC card, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to Kansas families who qualify. Start with the online WIC pre-application, and a local WIC agency will contact you to set up an appointment, or contact your local WIC program directly. Bring ID, proof of address and proof of household income for everyone in your home. If you are moving to Kansas from another state's WIC, call your local WIC program instead of using the pre-application.

    Where
    Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For Kansas residents who are pregnant, breastfeeding (up to the baby's first birthday), non-breastfeeding mothers up to six months after birth, and infants and children under 5. You must meet income guidelines and have a medical or nutritional need. Fathers, grandparents and other caregivers can apply for children in their care. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Kansas WIC)

  • Sedgwick County WIC

    Sedgwick County Health Department

    Sedgwick County WIC offers no-cost healthy foods on an eWIC card, nutrition education with registered dietitians and nurses, breastfeeding support and referrals for pregnant, breastfeeding and new parents and children under 5. Call to make an appointment and bring ID, proof of income and health information for yourself and your children. You may still qualify for WIC based on household income even if your SNAP or Medicaid benefits changed.

    Where
    Sedgwick County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Women must meet income guidelines and be pregnant, breastfeeding or recently delivered; children must be under 5. A health check with WIC staff is part of enrollment. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Sedgwick County WIC)

  • WIC at the Wyandotte County Public Health Department

    Unified Government of Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas (Public Health Department)

    The Unified Government's Public Health Department runs WIC for Wyandotte County and Kansas City, Kansas. WIC provides nutritious foods, nutrition counseling with registered dietitians, breastfeeding support, immunization screening and referrals. Fill out the online application, and WIC staff will contact you about next steps. At your first appointment, staff do a height, weight and finger-stick check, and if you're eligible you leave with your benefits card. Bring proof of address, income and ID for you and your child, dated within 30 days.

    Where
    Wyandotte County, Kansas
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    For low-income women who are pregnant, breastfeeding (up to one year) or recently delivered (up to six months), infants, and children under 5. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for WIC at the Wyandotte County Public Health Department)

Kentucky

  • Kentucky WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Kentucky Cabinet for Health and Family Services (CHFS), Department for Public Health, Nutrition Services Branch

    Kentucky WIC offers nutrition counseling, breastfeeding support, education, healthy foods and referrals to health care for pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5. Contact the WIC clinic in your area or your local health department to apply. Staff will check your ID and Kentucky residency, review your income, and do a simple health and diet screening. Getting SNAP, KTAP or Medicaid can show you meet the income rule. Free language help is available.

    Where
    Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants and children up to age 5 who live in Kentucky, meet the income rule and have a nutrition or health risk. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Kentucky WIC (Women, Infants and Children))

  • WIC at Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness

    Louisville Metro Department of Public Health and Wellness (Louisville-Jefferson County Metro Government)

    Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness runs WIC for families from pregnancy until a child turns 5, with free healthy foods on an EBT card, nutrition education, breastfeeding support including free breast pumps, a support group and peer advisors, and referrals. Virtual appointments are available at many locations. Call to see if you are eligible and to make an appointment.

    Where
    Jefferson County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant people, new mothers, infants and children under 5 who meet Kentucky WIC rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for WIC at Louisville Metro Public Health and Wellness)

  • WIC at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department

    Lexington-Fayette County Health Department

    The Lexington-Fayette County Health Department offers WIC at its Public Health Clinic on Newtown Pike, with same-day appointments. WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition counseling and breastfeeding support, and breastfeeding mothers returning to work or school can get a breast pump. Bring ID, proof of income and proof of your home address to every visit. Free grocery store tours are also offered.

    Where
    Fayette County, Kentucky
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant women, breastfeeding women, women who gave birth in the last six months, infants and children up to their 5th birthday who meet the income rule. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for WIC at the Lexington-Fayette County Health Department)

Louisiana

  • Louisiana WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Louisiana Department of Health (LDH), Bureau of Nutrition Services

    WIC gives healthy foods, nutrition information, breastfeeding support and referrals to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to their 5th birthday. Foods can include infant formula and infant foods, cereal, milk, cheese, eggs, peanut butter, beans, whole grains, canned fish, and fruits and vegetables. Find a clinic by ZIP code on LouisianaWIC.org or call the statewide line, then call the clinic to make an appointment. Benefits are managed through the myWIC app.

    Where
    Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5 who live in Louisiana and meet income and nutrition-risk rules. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Louisiana WIC (Women, Infants and Children))

  • New Orleans Health Department WIC clinics (Orleans Parish)

    City of New Orleans, New Orleans Health Department

    The City of New Orleans Health Department runs WIC clinics in New Orleans, including New Orleans East, Edna Pilsbury (Central City), Ida Hymel and A.P. Sanchez (Lower 9th Ward). WIC offers breastfeeding support and breast pumps per WIC guidelines, monthly benefits for healthy foods, formula and infant foods, nutrition counseling, group classes, and referrals to Medicaid, SNAP, TANF, LaCHIP and Healthy Start. Choose the clinic most convenient for you and call it for an appointment. People with proof of Medicaid, SNAP or TANF automatically meet the income rule.

    Where
    Orleans Parish, Louisiana
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    Pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and children up to 5 who meet the income rule. Each clinic has its own days and hours. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for New Orleans Health Department WIC clinics (Orleans Parish))

Maine

  • Maine WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Maine Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Maine CDC), Maine WIC Nutrition Program

    WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding and lactation support, and referrals to pregnant, breastfeeding and postpartum people, infants, and children up to age 5. Fathers, guardians and foster parents can apply for children in their care. People getting MaineCare, SNAP or TANF may qualify automatically on income.

    Where
    Maine
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People living in Maine, including migrant workers, who are pregnant, breastfeeding, or postpartum (baby born in the last six months), and infants and children under 5, within income guidelines. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Maine WIC (Women, Infants and Children))

Maryland

  • Maryland WIC (Women, Infants and Children)

    Maryland Department of Health (MDH), Maryland WIC Program

    Maryland WIC helps pregnant women, new moms up to six months after delivery, breastfeeding moms up to a year after delivery, and infants and children under 5 with healthy foods, nutrition and breastfeeding support. Fathers, mothers, guardians and grandparents can apply for a child. To apply, make an appointment with the local WIC agency in your county or use the WIC Client Portal, and bring each person applying to the first appointment. You can own a home or live with friends or relatives and still qualify.

    Where
    Maryland
    Cost
    Cost varies
    Who it's for

    People who live in Maryland, are pregnant, postpartum or breastfeeding, or are caring for an infant or child under 5, and meet the income guidelines. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Maryland WIC (Women, Infants and Children))

Massachusetts

  • Massachusetts WIC Nutrition Program

    Massachusetts Department of Public Health, Nutrition Division and Mass WIC Program

    WIC provides healthy foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding support and referrals to health care and other services, free of charge, to Massachusetts families who qualify. WIC serves pregnant and breastfeeding people and children under five. Fathers, mothers, grandparents, foster parents and other guardians of a young child can apply for the child, whether married or single, working or not. Call the state line or your local WIC office.

    Where
    Massachusetts
    Cost
    Free
    Who it's for

    Pregnant and breastfeeding people and children under five in Massachusetts families who qualify. See the official site for current rules.

    Topics: WICInfant Care

    Last verified October 26, 2026 (source for Massachusetts WIC Nutrition Program)