Overview
WIC is not included in the federal government’s public charge rule and is available regardless of immigration or citizenship status.
You can participate in WIC if you:
- Live in Massachusetts
- Have a nutritional need (WIC staff can help you determine this)
- Are a child under 5, a new mom, or a pregnant or breastfeeding woman
- Have a family income less than WIC guidelines
You are automatically income eligible for WIC if you currently receive:
Income eligibility guidelines
May 9, 2024 - June 30, 2025
| Household Size | Yearly | Monthly | Bi-weekly | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | $27,861 | $2,322 | $1,072 | $536 |
| 2 | $37,814 | $3,152 | $1,455 | $728 |
| 3 | $47,767 | $3,981 | $1,838 | $919 |
| 4 | $57,720 | $4,810 | $2,220 | $1,110 |
| 5 | $67,673 | $5,640 | $2,603 | $1,302 |
| 6 | $77,626 | $6,469 | $2,986 | $1,493 |
| 7 | $87,579 | $7,299 | $3,369 | $1,685 |
| 8 | $97,532 | $8,128 | $3,752 | $1,876 |
| For each additional family member add… | +$9,953 | +$830 | +$383 | +$192 |
Additional Resources
Open PDF file, 1.41 MB,
WIC Outreach Brochure (PDF)
(English, PDF 1.41 MB)
Contact for Check eligibility for WIC
Online
Email Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) Program:
Email Women, Infants, & Children (WIC) Program at wicinfo.dph@massmail.state.ma.us
Call Local WIC Office:
WIC Information for Participants
Or email Local WIC Office (XLSX):
WIC-Local-Program-Email-Addresses.xlsx
Phone
Monday through Friday 9 a.m.–5 p.m. If you hear a recording, please leave a message with your name and telephone number. You can also call your Local WIC Office directly. All local programs are answering phones and/or returning messages.