WIC (Women, Infants & Children)

Schedule an Appointment

To make an appointment, call (719) 578-3199 between 8:00 to 11:45 a.m. and 1:00 to 4:00 p.m.

Hours Open

7:30 a.m. to 4:15 p.m.
Monday through Friday.

Recommended Websites

Learn how WIC makes a difference in "The Story of WIC" (part 1 and part 2)

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A new WIC location in southeast Colorado Springs. Click here for more information. 

About WIC

We provide qualifying women and children with supplemental food, education on nutrition topics, and referrals to community programs.

  • WIC is funded through a federal grant.
  • Those eligible include pregnant women, new mothers, infants, and children through age 5.
  • WIC clients must have a medical or nutritional reason to qualify.
  • Clients must show proof of identity and residency within El Paso County.
  • WIC clients receive vouchers for nutritious foods such as milk, cheese, eggs, cereal, juice, and dried beans or peanut butter.
  • Topics covered in education appointments include:
    • Breastfeeding
    • Childhood obesity
    • Child development
    • The food pyramid guide
    • Feeding infants
    • Nutrition

Income Requirements

Guidelines for July 1, 2017 - June 30, 2018

  • A household with 1 member may earn up to $1,860 gross monthly.
  • A household with 2 members may earn up to $2,504 gross monthly.
  • A household with 3 members may earn up to $3,149 gross monthly.
  • A household with 4 members may earn up to $3,793 gross monthly.
  • A household with 5 members may earn up to $4,437 gross monthly.
  • A household with 6 members may earn up to $5,082 gross monthly.
  • A household with 7 members may earn up to $5,726 gross monthly.
  • A household with 8 members may earn up to $6,371 gross monthly.

Note: A pregnant woman is considered a household of two. For households with more than eight members, or if you have any questions, please call the WIC office. 

WIC Locations

Main
Address: 1675 W. Garden of the Gods Road
Colorado Springs, CO, 80907
Phone: (719) 578-3199

Fountain
Address: 97 Widefield Blvd.
Widefield, CO, 80911
Phone: (719) 578-3199

Southeast
Address: 2948 E. Fountain Blvd. 
Colorado Springs, CO, 80910
Phone: (719) 578-3199