Women, Infants, and Children (WIC)

Welcome to WIC!

WIC is a Special Supplemental Nutrition Program that provides no-cost services to Women, Infants, and Children. The Butte County Public Health WIC Program has been providing WIC services to families who live in and around Butte County since 1976. WIC offers a variety of services to help support families make healthy nutrition and lifestyle choices.

WIC services include:

Monthly food benefits for purchasing healthy foods
Nutrition education and information for a child’s stage of growth
Breastfeeding support
Special checks to be used at the famers’ markets in the summer
Referrals to other community and healthcare resources.

Apply online or contact any of our office to schedule an appointment today!

Oroville WIC Entrance Chico WIC Entrance

Are You Eligible?

Applicants must meet all eligibility requirements to receive WIC Services.

Tips & Resources

Your resource for online breastfeeding support, nutrition and health information and recipes.

Online Classes

Instead of coming in for an appointment, WIC participants can complete some of their nutrition education online from anywhere they have access to the internet, including a smart phone.

California WIC Card Coming Soon!

Soon WIC food benefits will be available on a card instead of paper checks. Find out more information about when the new California WIC Card will be available in your area!

Breastfeeding Support

Butte County employs trained professionals to assist you with all of your breastfeeding needs.

WIC Foods

WIC provides benefits to purchase healthy foods averaging about $62 a month! The foods WIC provides are nutritious options that are high in protein, calcium, iron, Vitamins A and C. These foods encourage a healthy pregnancy, supports breastfeeding and promotes healthy growth and development in infants and children. View the WIC Authorized Food List shopping guide directly on your cell phone.