To apply for the WIC program, you’ll need to provide some basic information about yourself and your family. This includes proof of identity, proof of income, proof of residency, and proof of pregnancy or breastfeeding. If you are applying for WIC on behalf of a child, you’ll also need to provide proof of the child’s age and proof of guardianship. You can get WIC at a local clinic or health department. To find a WIC clinic near you, visit the WIC website or call 1-800-942-3678.
Proof of Income and Employment
To apply for WIC, you will need to provide proof of your income and employment status. This can be done by submitting any of the following documents:
- Recent pay stubs
- A letter from your employer stating your income and hours worked
- A self-employment tax return
- A Social Security or pension award letter
- Unemployment benefits statement
- Child support or alimony payments
If you are not employed, you will need to provide proof of your unemployment status. This can be done by submitting any of the following documents:
- A letter from the unemployment office stating that you are receiving benefits
- A notice of termination from your employer
- A proof of job search
In addition to proof of income and employment, you will also need to provide proof of your residency in the county where you are applying for WIC. This can be done by submitting any of the following documents:
| Document | Required Information |
|---|---|
| Driver’s license or state ID card | Your address |
| Utility bill | Your name and address |
| Bank statement | Your name and address |
What Do I Need to Apply for WIC?
To apply for the WIC program, you will need to provide proof of your identity, income, and residency. You will also need to provide information about your child or children, such as their birth certificates and immunization records.
Proof of Identity
- Driver’s license
- State ID card
- Passport
- Birth certificate
Proof of Income
- Pay stubs
- Bank statements
- Tax returns
- Social Security award letter
Proof of Residency
- Utility bill
- Rent receipt
- Mortgage statement
- Letter from your landlord
Information About Your Child or Children
- Birth certificates
- Social Security numbers
- Immunization records
- Proof of WIC participation (if your child has previously participated in WIC)
| Document | Example |
|---|---|
| Utility bill | Electric, gas, water, or phone bill |
| Rent receipt | Receipt from your landlord |
| Mortgage statement | Statement from your mortgage lender |
| Letter from your landlord | Letter on the landlord’s letterhead |
Proof of Identity
To apply for WIC, you will need to provide proof of your identity. Acceptable forms of identification include:
- Driver’s license
- State-issued ID card
- Passport
- Military ID card
- Tribal ID card
If you do not have any of these forms of identification, you may be able to provide other forms of documentation, such as a birth certificate, Social Security card, or utility bill. Please check with your local WIC office for more information.
In addition to proof of identity, you will also need to provide proof of income and residency. For more information on what documents you will need to provide, please see the table below:
| Document | Purpose |
|---|---|
| Proof of identity | To verify your identity |
| Proof of income | To verify that you meet the income eligibility requirements |
| Proof of residency | To verify that you live in the WIC service area |
Nutritional Evaluation
As part of the WIC application process, you will undergo a nutritional evaluation. This evaluation will help determine if you and your family are eligible for WIC benefits. The evaluation will include the following:
- A review of your family’s income and expenses
- A measurement of your height and weight
- A blood test to check for anemia
- A dietary assessment to determine if you are eating a healthy diet
The nutritional evaluation will be conducted by a trained WIC staff member. The evaluation will take about 30 minutes to complete.
| Family Size | Income Limit (gross) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $23,810 |
| 2 | $31,990 |
| 3 | $40,170 |
| 4 | $48,350 |
| 5 | $56,530 |
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