New income guidelines increased the number of families who could qualify for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) supplemental nutrition assistance program. The WIC program is a federally funded program and is an equal opportunity provider.
“Our Nebraska WIC program serves about 35,000 eligible people in our communities each month,” said Dr. Timothy Tesmer, Chief Medical Officer for the Nebraska Department of Health and Human Services. “WIC is a vital public health program that provides healthy food, nutrition services, health screenings and referrals, and breastfeeding support for families in need across Nebraska.”
The maximum income allowed for participation in WIC increased. Some families who were not eligible for the program in the past may now be eligible. For example, a family of four can make up to $57,720 annually and could still qualify for WIC. This is a $2,220 increase from last year.
WIC Income Guidelines
| Family Size | Annual | Monthly |
| 1 | $27,861 | $2,322 |
| 2 | $37,814 | $3,152 |
| 3 | $47,767 | $3,981 |
| 4 | $57,720 | $4,810 |
WIC provides nutritious foods, health education, and breastfeeding support to women who are pregnant or just had a baby, infants, and children up to the age of five. All caregivers are welcome to apply for their child. Nebraska WIC serves every county in the state with 13 main agencies and over 100 sites. Moms, dads, grandparents, foster parents, and guardians are encouraged to make an appointment at their local WIC office to apply for the program. Current Medicaid, SNAP, or ADC recipients are income-eligible for the WIC program. However, if families’ incomes are too high for these programs, they may still qualify for WIC. All foster children under five years of age and pregnant teen moms in foster care are income-eligible for WIC. You can find a WIC location near you at www.signupWIC.com.
