For more than 30 years, The American Red Cross Women, Infants and Children (WIC) Program has helped pregnant women, new mothers and young children eat well, stay healthy, and be active. This program is funded by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
The American Red Cross joined forces with the WIC program in 1974. As a team, we serve over 37,000 San Diegans per month. Our staff speaks 16 different languages and helps communities in 20 locations. We are also the only WIC agency with offices on local military bases.
The WIC program provides checks for nutritious foods, at no cost to you. Our nutrition counselors and Registered Dietitians offer nutrition education, and our Certified Lactation Educators provide breastfeeding support. We also offer referrals to help you find other services in your community.
To qualify for the American Red Cross WIC Program, you must meet WIC income guidelines, live in California and have a nutritional need. The program is available regardless of race, color, sex or national origin. U.S. citizenship is not required to participate in WIC.