Food Resources For Pregnant Women and Mothers with Young Children

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for Women, Infants and Children (WIC)

The District’s Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) helps pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children up to age five buy healthy food and receive nutrition and breastfeeding counseling.

If you think you may be eligible for WIC:

• Please contact your local WIC site to schedule an appointment. You can find site locations and contact information at dcwic.org/wic-locations.

• Visit: dcwic.org/how-to-apply-for-wic

• Call: (202) 442-9397

Important changes to DC WIC operations during COVID-19:

• WIC sites are providing all services over the phone.

• All benefits will be mailed to participants.

• For additional information on DC WIC, visit dcwic.org/covid-19

Finding WIC-issued formula at the store:

• If you are having trouble finding your WIC-issued formula at the store, please speak to the store manager to see when shipments are scheduled. Some stores are able to put items (such as formula) on hold for customers.

• Participants with checks for special formulas may order these formulas at any authorized pharmacy location. These pharmacies have 48 hours to obtain your special formula.