Virginia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Virginia
What is Virginia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants and Children is funded through the U.S. Department of Agriculture and is operated through local health departments, satellite and mobile clinics in Virginia. The Virginia WIC Program serves low-income pregnant, lactating and postpartum women and children up to age five.
Administration
Virginia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is administered by Virginia.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Virginia and one of the following:
- Pregnant, or
- Breastfeeding, or
- Postpartum, or
- A child 5 years old or younger.
In order to qualify, you must have an annual household income (before taxes) that is below the following amounts:
| Household Size* | Maximum Income Level (Per Year) |
|---|---|
| 1 | $27,861 |
| 2 | $37,814 |
| 3 | $47,767 |
| 4 | $57,720 |
| 5 | $67,673 |
| 6 | $77,626 |
| 7 | $87,579 |
| 8 | $97,532 |
A person who participates or has family members participate in certain other benefit programs, such as SNAP, Medicaid, or TANF, automatically meets the income eligibility requirement.
To see if you are eligible for WIC, you may also use theWIC Prescreening Tool.This Prescreening Tool isnotan application for WIC. To apply for WIC benefits, you must make an appointment at your local WIC agency.
Application Details
What is the application process for Virginia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?
To apply, set up an appointment at the WIC clinic closest to you.
Contact Info
1-888-942-3663