Georgia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)
Georgia
What is Georgia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) provides Federal grants to States for supplemental foods, health care referrals, and nutrition education for low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and non-breastfeeding postpartum women, and to infants and children up to age five who are found to be at nutritional risk.
Administration
Georgia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is administered by Georgia.
Program Requirements
Qualification Requirements Last Updated on 2025-03-01
To be eligible for this benefit program, you must be a resident of Georgia 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 Georgia Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)?
To apply, contact the local WIC agency nearest you to schedule an appointment.
Contact Info
1-800-228-9173