All participants receive: Screening for nutrition and health needs, Information on how to use WIC foods to improve health, Benefits to buy foods that help keep you and your children healthy and strong, Referrals to doctors, dentists, and programs like FoodShare, Medicaid, BadgerCare Plus, Wisconsin Works (W-2) and Head Start.

Women receive: WIC foods. Information on healthy eating during pregnancy and breastfeeding. Help with starting or continuing breastfeeding. Infants receive: Help with starting or continuing breastfeeding. Infant formula, if needed. Immunization referrals. Parents/caregivers receive information on taking care of babies.

Children receive: WIC foods. Immunization referrals. Parents/caregivers receive information on food shopping, recipes and feeding a child. Health benefits of WIC: Premature births reduced Low birth, weight reduced, Long-term medical expenses, Reduced Food Benefits on: Fruits and vegetables (fresh, frozen, canned) 100% juice Whole wheat/whole grain foods: 100% whole wheat bread, brown rice, soft corn or whole wheat tortillas, Cereals, Beans, peas, lentils (canned or dried), Peanut butter, Canned fish (light tuna or pink salmon), Milk, eggs, cheese, Infant cereals, fruits and vegetables, and meats, Formulas and Medical Nutritionals: Standard contract formulas, Exempt (special) formulas for infants and children with special needs, Medical foods for children and women with special needs.

To be eligible for WIC benefits in Wisconsin, a person must meet the following requirements: be a pregnant, breastfeeding or new mother; be an infant up to age one; or be a child up to age 5; and be a resident of Wisconsin; and be income eligible; and have a health or nutrition need.

Renewal requirements vary by program. Some may require annual recertification, while others review eligibility every few months.

Yes. All applications and information you share are handled with respect and confidentiality.

Yes, in many cases you can receive multiple types of assistance. We encourage you to talk with a staff member to ensure programs work together for your needs.

Most programs require proof of Tribal enrollment, proof of residency, and income verification. Some programs may have additional requirements—our staff can guide you through what’s needed.

It depends on the program. Some services are limited to residents within the service area, while others may extend to members living elsewhere. Our staff can review your situation and guide you.

Yes. The General Welfare for Elders program provides assistance with household expenses and other needs for eligible Tribal elders.

Contact the Food Distribution Program directly to schedule an appointment. Applications can be completed in person, and our staff will help determine your eligibility.

Services are available to enrolled St. Croix Tribal members, and in some cases, eligible Native Americans living within the service area. Specific eligibility requirements vary by program.