Can You Use WIC On Amazon Fresh

Amazon Fresh WIC Program Details

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides nutrition assistance to eligible families. WIC benefits can be used to purchase food through specific authorized retailers, including Amazon Fresh.

Eligible WIC Participants

• Pregnant women
• New mothers
• Infants under 1 year
• Children under 5 years

Foods Covered by WIC

• Fruits and vegetables
• Whole grains
• Dairy products
• Meat, fish, and eggs
• Infant formula
• Soy-based infant beverages

Using WIC Benefits on Amazon Fresh

1. Create an Amazon Fresh account.
2. Add WIC-approved foods to your cart.
3. Select “WIC EBT” as your payment method at checkout.
4. Enter your WIC EBT card number and PIN.

Important Notes

• WIC benefits cannot be used to purchase non-food items, such as household goods or personal care products.
• WIC benefits expire monthly and cannot be carried over to the next month.
• Amazon Fresh may charge a small delivery fee for orders under $35.

Category	Foods Allowed
Fruits and Vegetables	Fresh, frozen, canned, or dried fruits and vegetables
Whole Grains	Brown rice, whole-wheat bread, oatmeal, quinoa, etc.
Dairy Products	Milk, cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese, etc.
Meat, Fish, and Eggs	Lean meat, poultry, fish, eggs, canned tuna, canned salmon, etc.
Infant Formula	Iron-fortified infant formula approved by WIC
Soy-Based Infant Beverages	Soy-based infant beverages approved by WIC

Amazon and WIC

Amazon Fresh accepts WIC through a partnership with Healthy Families Market. To use WIC benefits on Amazon Fresh, you’ll need a Healthy Families Market account and a WIC EBT card. Here are the steps on how to use WIC on Amazon Fresh:

1. Create a Healthy Families Market account if you don’t already have one.
2. Add your WIC EBT card as a payment method to your Healthy Families Market account.
3. Shop for eligible WIC items on Amazon Fresh.
4. At checkout, select Healthy Families Market as your payment method.
5. Enter the amount you want to pay with your WIC EBT card.
6. Complete your purchase.

Eligible WIC Items on Amazon Fresh

Not all items on Amazon Fresh are eligible for WIC. Here are the categories of WIC-eligible items that you can purchase on Amazon Fresh:

• Fruits and vegetables
• Whole grains
• Dairy products
• Meat, poultry, and fish
• Infant formula

To find WIC-eligible items on Amazon Fresh, use the “WIC Eligible” filter when browsing or searching for products.

WIC-Eligible Items Table

Category	Examples
Fruits and vegetables	Apples, bananas, carrots, celery, lettuce, oranges, potatoes, tomatoes
Whole grains	Brown rice, oatmeal, whole-wheat bread, whole-wheat pasta
Dairy products	Milk, cheese, yogurt, cottage cheese, sour cream
Meat, poultry, and fish	Ground beef, chicken breasts, salmon, tuna, eggs
Infant formula	Similac, Enfamil, Gerber

Using WIC Benefits with Amazon Fresh

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is a federally funded program that provides supplemental food, nutrition education, and referrals to other health care services for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age 5. WIC benefits can be used to purchase a variety of healthy foods, including fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and dairy products.

Amazon Fresh is an online grocery delivery service that offers a wide variety of food and household items, including WIC-eligible foods. To use WIC benefits with Amazon Fresh, you will need to create an Amazon account and link your WIC EBT card to your account.

How to Link Your WIC EBT Card to Your Amazon Account

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1. Go to the Amazon Fresh website.

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1. Click on the “Sign In” button.

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1. Enter your Amazon account information.

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1. Once you are signed in, click on the “Your Account” tab.

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1. Click on the “Payment Options” link.

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1. Click on the “Add a Payment Method” button.

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1. Select “WIC EBT” from the drop-down menu.

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1. Enter your WIC EBT card number and expiration date.

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1. Click on the “Add” button.

Using WIC Benefits to Purchase Food on Amazon Fresh

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1. Once your WIC EBT card is linked to your Amazon account, you can start shopping for WIC-eligible foods on Amazon Fresh.

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1. To find WIC-eligible foods, use the “WIC Filters” on the Amazon Fresh website.

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1. When you find a WIC-eligible food that you want to purchase, click on the “Add to Cart” button.

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1. Once you have finished shopping, click on the “Checkout” button.

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1. On the checkout page, select “WIC EBT” as your payment method.

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1. Enter the amount of WIC benefits that you want to use.

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1. Click on the “Place Your Order” button.

Your WIC benefits will be applied to your order total. You will be responsible for paying the remaining balance with another payment method, such as a credit card or debit card.

Table of WIC-Eligible Food Categories

Category	Examples
Fruits	Apples, bananas, oranges, grapes, strawberries
Vegetables	Broccoli, carrots, celery, cucumbers, tomatoes
Whole Grains	Brown rice, oatmeal, whole wheat bread, whole wheat pasta
Dairy Products	Milk, yogurt, cheese, cottage cheese, eggs
Protein Foods	Meat, fish, poultry, beans, nuts, seeds
Infant Formula	For infants under 1 year of age

Can You Use WIC On Amazon Fresh?

Unfortunately, WIC benefits cannot be used on Amazon Fresh currently. Currently, Amazon Fresh only accepts EBT (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program) as a form of payment. You can check your state’s WIC website for a list of authorized WIC vendors in your area.

Alternative Shopping Options for WIC Recipients

Here are some alternative shopping options for WIC recipients:

• Authorized WIC Vendors: These are grocery stores, farmers markets, and other retailers that have been approved to accept WIC benefits.
• Online WIC Stores: Some states offer online WIC stores where you can order groceries and have them delivered. You will need to check with your state’s WIC program to see if this option is available.
• Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) Programs: These programs allow you to buy a share of a local farm’s harvest each week. You will typically receive a box of fresh produce and other farm products. Some CSA programs accept WIC benefits.
• Farmers Markets: Many farmers markets accept WIC benefits. You can use your WIC vouchers to buy fresh produce and other food items.

State	Online WIC Store	Authorized WIC Vendors
California	Yes	List of Authorized WIC Vendors
Texas	No	List of Authorized WIC Vendors
Florida	Yes	List of Authorized WIC Vendors

Well, there you have it, folks! Now you know the ins and outs of using WIC on Amazon Fresh. Whether you’re a new parent or just looking for a convenient way to shop for your family, this option is worth considering. Thanks for sticking with me through this article. If you have any other WIC-related questions, feel free to give it a Google or drop me a line. In the meantime, be sure to check back later for more updates and tips on making the most of your WIC benefits. See ya soon!