Get off to a great start.

Learn how WIC helps keep you and your family healthy.

Download the free WIC app on your smartphone and get connected:

  • Find WIC retailers near you
  • Scan barcodes at the grocery store to find WIC-eligible foods
  • Track your benefits—check your balance 24/7
Use the WIC app to maximize your benefits
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Here’s How it Works

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Apply Online

Apply Online

Fill out and submit the pre-application online: It’s free and easy to apply!

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Confirm Eligibility

Confirm Eligibility

Our team reviews your pre-application information to see if you meet the income guidelines to qualify for WIC benefits.

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Set Your Appointment

Set Your Appointment

If you qualify, someone from our office will reach out to schedule your certification appointment—you choose in-person or over the phone.

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Certification Session

Certification Session

During your certification meeting, our nutritionist will gather background information, including any medical or health issues, allergies, etc.—details that help us tailor your food package to your needs.

Here’s What to Bring

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Get Your eWIC Card

Get Your eWIC Card

Once you’ve been approved, visit our office to get your eWIC benefits card—it’s pre-loaded with three months of your benefits.

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Start Shopping

Start Shopping

Use your eWIC card, just as you would a credit or debit card, to pay for eligible food at checkout and then pay any remaining balance with SNAP or other forms of payment.

Find WIC Stores

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Benefits Reload

Benefits Reload

Stop by the WIC office every three months to reload your benefits card. Then, every six months, you’ll meet with a nutritionist to review your benefits and make sure you’re on track.

  • Each WIC participant receives monthly benefits – up to three months at a time
  • Learn tried-and-true ways to help kids eat more fruits and vegetables – without fights!
  • Many working families qualify. A family of 4 with household income of $51,338* or less is eligible (* before taxes)