About WIC: Giving Families a Healthy Start
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC) is a national, targeted supplemental public-health nutrition program with time-limited participation. Every month, the program serves roughly 7.3 million low-income mothers, babies, and young children at nutritional risk across the United States.
WIC’s Mission
To assure healthy pregnancies, healthy birth outcomes, and healthy growth and development for women, infants, and children up to age five who are at nutritional risk by providing nutritious supplemental foods, breastfeeding promotion and support, education on healthy eating, and referrals to healthcare and critical social services.
7.3 MILLION
Women, infants, and young children each month through 10,000 clinics nationwide
668,000
Pregnant women
577,000
Breastfeeding women
1.8 MILLION
Infants
(under the age of 1)
3.8 MILLION
Children
(ages 1 to 5th birthday)
Food. Education. Support. You Got This.
Across the US, in urban and rural areas, WIC’s time-limited services and benefits ensure that children get a strong, healthy start in life. There is clear evidence that good nutrition during pregnancy and in the first few years of life has long-term, positive impacts on health. When children have a healthy start, their prospects - and our nation’s prospects - are brighter.
Healthy Food
Fresh fruits and vegetables
Milk, cheese & more
Cereal and other grains
Peanut butter, beans & more
Breastfeeding Support
Support and education
Peer counseling
Lactation support
Classes and information
Nutrition Education
Shopping guidance
Prenatal nutrition tips
Kid-friendly recipes
Personalized nutrition counseling
Care Beyond WIC
Immunization services
Substance abuse counseling
Domestic abuse counseling
Social services
WIC Program Information
NWA Resources
The National WIC Association creates fact sheets, position papers, and toolkits to support WIC advocacy and education. Explore them all here.
Data & Reports
There are many reports and data that tell WIC's story, but they can be overwhelming to navigate. See this page for a curated selection of key resources.
Find your closest WIC clinic at SignUpWIC.com
Looking for WIC services near you? Find your closest WIC clinic with a quick zip code search.
WIC Program Impact
Talking about WIC
Make maximum impact with talking points and tips to tailor your advocacy and education message.
Faces of WIC
WIC is about people. Put a face to the program, and browse our photos and stories from current and former WIC participants.