Federal Shutdown WIC Updates
As of October 20, Washington State WIC will provide food benefits through the end of October. Due to the federal government shutdown, some WIC offices may temporarily close. For now, please continue to use your benefits as usual. BFHD WIC remains open. If you have an appointment or need help, call your WIC office. Kennewick 509.460.4202 or Pasco 509.460.4203
We are actively monitoring the federal shutdown and the impact on WIC benefits. Your health and well-being are our top priority. Watch for updates on the WICShopper app and on this page.
WIC is a place where families get healthy food, nutrition information, and a lot more. WIC is for pregnant people, new and breastfeeding parents, and children under 5.
Please call our office if you have questions or want to schedule an appointment:
- Kennewick office- 509.460.4202 or
- Cell number - 509.820.9132
- Pasco office - 509.460.4203 or
- Cell number - 509.820.8821
You can locate a nearby WIC location and request more information by clicking HERE and filing out the WIC Interest Form
The Health District's WIC program serves thousands of clients at four Benton and Franklin County locations by providing quality nutrition services as the centerpiece of the nutrition program.
Our local services are part of a federal program that has an extraordinary record of preventing children's health problems and improving their health, growth, and development. WIC children enter school ready to learn and show better cognitive performance.
Services Include:
- Nutrition and health education
- Breastfeeding support
- Connection to other services
- Free healthy foods from your grocery store and farmers markets
This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Washington State WIC Nutrition Program does not discriminate.
Frequently Asked Questions: