WIC services and federal budget updates
On November 12, 2025, the United States Congress passed a bill that provides full funding for the WIC program through September 30, 2026.
Families should continue to use their WIC benefits and attend their WIC appointments. WIC continues to serve families in California without any disruptions.
What you should know
- California WIC continues to serve and enroll all eligible families.
- Families should continue to use their WIC benefits and attend their WIC appointments as usual.
What you can do
- Continue to use your WIC benefits. Use your WIC food benefits at WIC-authorized stores as usual. Your WIC food benefits can help you stretch your food dollars.
- Keep attending your WIC appointments. Families should continue attending their scheduled WIC appointments. WIC will continue to help you get healthy foods, nutrition tips, breastfeeding support, and referrals.
- Stay in contact with your WIC office. Your local WIC office can offer you support and guidance.
How you can stay informed
- Check the MyFamily website. Visit this website regularly for updates and announcements. WIC will keep participants informed of any changes to services.
- Check the California WIC App. Download and check the California WIC App for alerts, appointment reminders, and your food benefits. The WIC App is available for iPhone and Android phones.
Page Last Updated: November 13, 2025