
Make sure to always save your receipts for your records and also it should show you latest remaining WIC balance. Inform your local WIC clinic who you would like to be your alternate. If you cannot shop yourself, then they usually let you name an alternate that can do the shopping for you at the store. Product type and size will be listed on your Family Shopping List. Make sure the clerk puts the correct price on the WIC check and show the clerk your WIC ID envelope. WIC Program Illinois Authorized Food List.

Each WIC check must be rung up separately by the store clerk. The WICShopper app is an easy way to check your current food balance and view the WIC Food List while in the store. Separate your food items by check and from non-WIC foods. If your Shopping List says 1 LB (16oz), you can choose two 8oz or one 16oz package. Shopping for WIC Foods When you shop at a WIC authorized store with your eWIC card, it is helpful to take a copy of the WIC Food List and to know your current food benefit balance. When you are ready to check out, let the cashier know right away that you are using WIC vouchers. Plan to use your WIC checks/vouchers starting on the "first day to use" and no later than the "last day to use". Also, it is highly recommended that you bring your signed WIC ID folder with you at the grocery store. When shopping, make sure to look at the "What to buy" section of your WIC voucher/check. Your WIC eligible foods will vary depending on your child's age, preference and medical requirements. Not everything at the grocery store is eligible for purchase with your voucher/check, so knowing what you can purchase before you go is important. To browse for a WIC approved vendor, select your state below. In most cases, stores that are allowed to sell these items have a WIC logo in their front window to let you know.

We provide a list of stores that are approved to sell WIC foods in each state. If you would like a printed copy of the WIC Shopping Guide, please call your local WIC clinic.Each month when you receive your WIC checks/vouchers, or in some states your WIC EBT Card, you would head down to your local grocery store and purchase WIC approved foods for you and anyone else who is on the program.

Letter to Families in other languages:ĭownload the Washington WIC Shopping Guide (PDF) to find out which foods you can get on WIC. This Letter to Families (PDF) shares all changes to the guide.
