Women Infants & Children (WIC)

WIC is a nutrition program that helps pregnant women, new mothers, and young children eat well, learn about nutrition and stay healthy.

Nutrition education and counseling, nutritious foods, and assistance with access to health care are provided to low-income women, infants, and children through the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children, popularly known as WIC.

Basic Information / Updates

Household or Family Size	Gross Income Per Year	Gross Income Per Month
1	$20,147	$1,679
2	$27,214	$2,268
3	$34,281	$2,857
4	$41,348	$3,446
5	$48,415	$4,035
6	$55,482	$4,624
7	$62,549	$5,213

Eligibility

You are eligible to apply for WIC if you:

• Live in Washington State , and
• Are pregnant, a new mother, or a child under five years of age, and
• Meet the income guidelines above, and
• Have a medical or nutritional need.

WIC Does Not Discriminate

The Washington State WIC Nutrition Program does not discriminate. In accordance with Federal law and U.S. Department of Agriculture policy, this institution is prohibited from discriminating on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, or disability.

To file a complaint of discrimination, write USDA, Director, Office of Adjudication, 1400 Independence Avenue, SW, Washington, D.C. 20250-9410 or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (Voice). Individuals who are hearing impaired or have speech disabilities may contact USDA through the Federal Relay Service at (800) 877-8339; or (800) 845-6136 (Spanish). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

More Information

Washington State WIC Nutrition Program

WIC Foods

Contact WIC

Links to more Resources

WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program

Benefits of Breast Feeding

 

 

How to Apply

• Find the WIC clinic closest to your home or call the Family Health Hotline at 1-800-322-2588.
• Make an appointment at your local clinic – your appointment should take only 30-45 minutes
• Bring identification; proof of residency; proof of income; and if you are pregnant, proof of pregnancy to your WIC appointment