Upcoming WIC App Maintenance

The WIC App will be down for maintenance on September 26, 2026, from 8:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. During this time, you can get your benefit balance by calling 1-844-4MY-FAMILY or ask for a paper copy at the store. You can still use your WIC benefits at the store.

La aplicación de WIC estará fuera de servicio por mantenimiento el 26 de septiembre de 2026, desde las 8:00 a.m. hasta las 1:00 p.m. Durante este tiempo, puede obtener su saldo de beneficios llamando al 1-844-4MY-FAMILY o pedir una copia impresa en la tienda. Usted puede seguir usando sus beneficios de WIC en la tienda.

Federal Budget Update

On September 2, 2026, the United States Congress passed a Continuing Resolution that would keep the federal government open through December 11, 2026. WIC offices are open. WIC continues to serve and enroll families. Families should continue to use their WIC benefits and attend their WIC appointments.

Visit WIC’s webpage on the federal budget for updates and information.

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Peanut Butter Jar

Peanut Butter

Can Buy

Any brand in 16 oz – 18 oz container.

  • Any texture, such as creamy, smooth, crunchy, chunky, super crunchy, or super chunky
  • Plain
  • Old fashioned or natural allowed
  • Regular or low sodium
  • Regular or low sugar

Cannot Buy

  • Any other size, type, or flavor of peanut butter
  • Honey nut roasted peanut butter
  • “Grind your own” peanut butter
  • Peanut butter spread
  • Lowfat or reduced fat peanut butter
  • Peanut butter with added ingredients, such as jams, jellies, chocolate, marshmallows, or honey
  • Peanut butter with added supplements, such as omega-3 fatty acids or flax seed
  • Peanut butter with artificial, reduced-calorie, or no-calorie sweeteners
  • Organic peanut butter

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Helpful Hints

In your WIC Food Balance, 1 CTR = One jar.

To get the most peanut butter, buy 18 oz containers.

Peanut Butter Jar



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