The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) is designed to improve the health and well-being of nutritionally at-risk pregnant women, breastfeeding and postpartum women, infants, and young children. Through supplemental nutritious foods, individualized nutrition education, breastfeeding support, and referrals to healthcare and community resources, WIC helps families access the services and resources needed to support healthy growth and development. WIC also promotes and supports breastfeeding as an important component of maternal and infant health.
Who is eligible for WIC?
Income
Applicants must have gross income at or below the standards in the table below.WIC counts all of the members of a household.Pregnant women are counted as two family members.Some applicants who receive MO Health Net may automatically meet income eligibility.Applicants who receive food stamps or TANF are automatically income eligible.
♥Income guidelines are based on 185% of the poverty level.
♥Pregnant women may count as two household members.
♥Foster children under 5 are automatically eligible for WIC benefits.
♥Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) and Temporary Assistance (TA) participants
MO HealthNet plans are automatically income-eligible for WIC.
Missouri WIC Income Guidelines–June 1, 2026
Guidelines reflect gross (pre-tax) income.
| Family Size | Annual | Monthly | Twice-Monthly | Bi-Weekly | Weekly |
| 1 | $29,526 | $2,461 | $1,231 | $1,136 | $568 |
| 2 | $40,034 | $3,337 | $1,669 | $1,540 | $770 |
| 3 | $50,542 | $4,212 | $2,106 | $1,944 | $972 |
| 4 | $61,050 | $5,088 | $2,544 | $2,349 | $1,175 |
| 5 | $71,558 | $5,964 | $2,982 | $2,753 | $1,377 |
| 6 | $82,066 | $6,839 | $3,420 | $3,157 | $1,579 |
| 7 | $92,574 | $7,715 | $3,858 | $3,561 | $1,781 |
| 8 | $103,082 | $8,591 | $4,296 | $3,965 | $1,983 |
| Each additional family member | Plus $10,508 | Plus $876 | Plus $438 | Plus $405 | Plus $203 |
Reglas de Ingresos del Programa de WIC en Missouri–1 Junio, 2026
Las pautas reflejan el ingreso bruto (antes de impuestos).
| Tamaño de la familia | Anual | Mensual | Dos veces al | Cada dos | Semanal |
| 1 | $29,526 | $2,461 | $1,231 | $1,136 | $568 |
| 2 | $40,034 | $3,337 | $1,669 | $1,540 | $770 |
| 3 | $50,542 | $4,212 | $2,106 | $1,944 | $972 |
| 4 | $61,050 | $5,088 | $2,544 | $2,349 | $1,175 |
| 5 | $71,558 | $5,964 | $2,982 | $2,753 | $1,377 |
| 6 | $82,066 | $6,839 | $3,420 | $3,157 | $1,579 |
| 7 | $92,574 | $7,715 | $3,858 | $3,561 | $1,781 |
| 8 | $103,082 | $8,591 | $4,296 | $3,965 | $1,983 |
| Cada miembro adicional de la familia | Más $10,508 | Más $876 | Más $438 | Más $405 | Más $203 |
♥Las pautas de ingresos se basan en el 185 % del nivel de pobreza.
♥Las mujeres embarazadas pueden contar como dos miembros del hogar.
♥Los niños en hogares de acogida menores de 5 años son automáticamente elegibles para los beneficios de WIC.
♥Los participantes del Programa de Asistencia Nutricional Suplementaria (SNAP), de la Asistencia Temporal (TA) y de planes elegibles de MO HealthNet cumplen automáticamente con los requisitos de ingresos para WIC.
Nutritional Risk
WIC participants height and weight are measured and blood work is taken to check for anemia at certification appointments every 6 months.WIC participants meet with a Nutritionist for a health and nutrition screening to determine nutritional risk. There are two main categories of nutritional risk:medically-based risks such as a history of prematurity, underweight, or iron deficiency anemia, and nutritional-based risks such as poor eating habits that can lead to poor nutritional and health status.
WIC Benefits - Nutritious Foods
WIC participants receive eWIC card to purchase specific foods at the grocery store each month, which are designed to supplement their diets. WIC food is high in one or more of the following nutrients:
protein,calcium, vitamins A, B6, C, D, soy, folate, iron, zinc, whole grains
Different food packages are provided for different categories of participants.
Breastfeeding Peer Counselor
We also provide breastfeeding support, supplies, classes, and counseling. If questions or concerns arise after hours, please feel free to call Kaylyn Helfner, our Breastfeeding Coordinator, at (573) 344-9735.
Disclaimer & Nondiscrimination Statement
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