Local Food Banks
Click for a list of Skagit County food bank locations and hours. There are no eligibility requirements to receive services. Visit the Helping Hands Food Bank homepage for more information about programs in the region.
Click for a list of Skagit County food bank locations and hours. There are no eligibility requirements to receive services. Visit the Helping Hands Food Bank homepage for more information about programs in the region.
Click here to find a variety of health tips for pregnant people, including a healthy eating plan that includes nutrient-rich foods and beverages.
Eating a family meal is an opportunity for everyone to connect with each other through food, fun, and conversation about things that matter. Find recipes, fun activities, conversation starters, and advice for enjoying meals together at TheFamilyDinnerProjet.org
Find family-friendly recipes and a variety of information for children & parents to cook and eat real food together at ChopChopFamily.org
Find recipes, gardening, kids' activity sheets and videos at FoodHero.org
MyPlate.gov encourages a healthy eating style based on the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, 2020-2025. "A healthy eating routine is important at every stage of life. It can have positive effects that add up over time. It’s important to eat a variety of fruits, vegetables, grains, protein foods, and dairy or fortified soy alternatives. When deciding
No, there is no need to separate your WIC foods at checkout. Tell the cashier you are using a WIC card before the transaction. Be sure to use your WIC card first, then use another form of payment for the remaining purchases.
The easiest way to check your balance is with your WICShopper app. Click to see how to read your My Benefits screen. You can also check your balance by looking at the bottom of your most recent grocery receipt. For details on what to look for, see Shopping With Your WIC Card.
If eligible, your family will receive one WIC card that will be issued when you enroll. Interested in applying for WIC? Find out if you may be eligible, and make an appointment to apply.
You can download the WICShopper App from the Google Play store, or the Apple App store. For information on registering and using the WICShopper App, click here.