News and Events

 

Increased WIC Income Guidelines

WIC Income Guidelines

Guidance for Families During Nationwide Infant Formula Shortage

• Temporary Buying Options for Infant Formula - September 29th
• Infant Formula Shortage News Release - May 26th
• Infant Formula Shortage News Release - May 13th

Important Information: Abbott Formula Recall

• Consumers cautioned not to use recalled powdered formula (ADPH News Release)
• Abbott Recall Notice
• FDA Investigation of Cronobacter and Salmonella Complaints: Powdered Infant Formula
• Alabama WIC Participant Abbott Formula Recall Letter -  Feb 18th
• Alabama WIC Participant Abbott Formula Recall Letter - Expanded, Feb 28th
• Alabama WIC Vendor Abbott Formula Recall Letter
• Affected Product Images - Abbott Formula
• FAQ: Cronobacter and Salmonella

2023 Food Package Submissions are Now Open!

The Alabama WIC Program is accepting food submissions for the 2023 Alabama Approved Food List through January 17, 2022. During the open food submission period, food items that are not currently authorized will be accepted for consideration. If approved, these foods would be authorized beginning October 1, 2022.

In addition to the WIC-eligible nutrition content and package size, statewide availability of the food, price and overall customer buy-in are things we will strongly consider when reviewing the foods. Please make sure to include where the food can be purchased within the state of Alabama, the suggested retail price, as well as nutrition content making the food WIC eligible and package size in your food submission.

Email further questions or food submissions for consideration to:

mandy.darlington@adph.state.al.us or call 1-888-942-4673.

2023 State Plan

State Plan Now Closed

Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP)

WIC participants are eligible for the Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) that provides a discount of up to $30 per month toward internet service for eligible households and up to $75 per month for households on qualifying Tribal lands. Eligible households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers, and can enroll through a participating broadband provider or directly with the Universal Service Administrative Company (USAC) using an online or mail in application. You can learn more about the benefit, including eligibility and enrollment information, by visiting www.fcc.gov/ACP, or by calling 877-384-2575.

eWIC accepted at Self-Checkout

eWIC at Self-Checkout

Increase in WIC Cash Value Benefits for Fresh Fruits and Vegetables

WIC Cash Value Benefits

New Alabama WIC Mobile App

Stay up-to-date with current WIC news and have access to resources needed when applying for and participating in the WIC program. Download the free Alabama WIC app on your mobile device today! Learn more.