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WIC Program
Contact Us
- 1-800-342-3556
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Mailing Address
921 N. Davis St.
Bldg. A, Suite 251
Jacksonville, FL 32209
Service Locations:
Emerald Tiger Nutrition Center
3225 University Blvd. South
Jacksonville, Florida 32216
Pearl Nutrition Services
5322-24 North Pearl St.
Jacksonville, Florida 32208
Wesconnett Nutrition Services
5917 105th St.
Jacksonville, Florida 32244
The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) improves the lifelong health and nutrition of pregnant women, new mothers (breastfeeding and non-breastfeeding), infants, and children under the age of 5, by providing nutrition education, nutrient-rich supplemental food, and health and social service referrals.
WIC is a supplemental food and nutrition education program for Women, Infants, and Children. WIC helps because it provides:
- Healthy foods
- Nutrition education to help families eat better and save money on food
- Breastfeeding information and support
- Referrals to healthcare, immunizations, and community services
Eligibility
A person must have a total household income equal to or less than the amounts shown in the WIC Income Guidelines (see below) OR they are already income-eligible if they are currently receiving Medicaid, Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), or Food Assistance. A person does not have to be on a public assistance program to qualify for WIC.
WIC Income Guidelines
For a pregnant woman, each unborn baby counts as one extra person in the household size.
| Household Size | *WIC Income Eligibility Based on Income Intervals | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Annual | Monthly | Twice-Monthly | Bi-Weekly | Weekly | |
| 1 | $28,953 | $2,413 | $1,207 | $1,114 | $557 |
| 2 | $39,128 | $3,261 | $1,631 | $1,505 | $753 |
| 3 | $49,303 | $4,109 | $2,055 | $1,897 | $949 |
| 4 | $59,478 | $4,957 | $2,479 | $2,288 | $1,144 |
| 5 | $69,653 | $5,805 | $2,903 | $2,679 | $1,340 |
| 6 | $79,828 | $6,653 | $3,327 | $3,071 | $1,536 |
| 7 | $90,003 | $7,501 | $3,751 | $3,462 | $1,731 |
| 8 | $100,178 | $8,349 | $4,175 | $3,853 | $1,927 |
| If you have more than 8 people in your household, please call 904-253-1500 for details. | |||||
Fees will not be charged for WIC certification or WIC benefits.
*Note: The gross (before taxes) wages on your check stubs based on how often you are paid (income interval) and household size will need to be less than or equal to the amounts in the chart to be income eligible for WIC.
Revised 6/19/2025
Each year, these dollar amounts may increase.
What is needed at your WIC certification appointment:
- When required, bring each woman, infant, and child applying for WIC.
- Proof of ALL income for everyone in the household (before taxes and deductions are taken out), such as: employment wages, child support, alimony, unemployment payments, foster care payments, and military earnings.
- Proof of income must include all sources of funds received during the last 28-31 days. If paid weekly, provide four pay stubs. If paid every two weeks or biweekly, provide two pay stubs. If the amount does not change for each pay period, one pay stub is acceptable.
- If you receive Medicaid, Temporary Cash Assistance (TCA), or food assistance (SNAP), you may be income-eligible for WIC and proof of income won’t be needed.
- ONE proof of where you live (no P.O. boxes), must be current with name and address, such as a utility bill, bank/insurance statement, or driver's license. You must be currently living in Florida, but you don't have to be a U.S. citizen.
- ONE proof of identification (ID) for you and ONE proof of ID for any infant or child applying for WIC, such as a birth certificate, driver's license, crib card, military ID, photo ID, Social Security card, or hospital record.
- Completed WIC Medical Referral Form for each woman, infant, or child who is applying, if available.
- Social Security Number for each person applying for WIC, if available.
- Immunization record for each child, if available.
Breastfeeding Education and Support Program
Breastfeeding promotion and support is an integral part of nutrition services. The program strives to increase the initiation and duration of breastfeeding among women. The program provides:
- Home Visits
- Breastfeeding Café
- Breastfeeding Education and Support
- Breastfeeding Support Groups
- Loan of Electric Breast pumps
For more information on breastfeeding initiatives or questions regarding locating a breastfeeding consultant, please call 904-253-2361 or call the Breastfeeding Warmline at 904-253-2083.
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