New Hampshire WIC Program
Benefits, Eligibility & How to Apply
New Hampshire WIC Agency Contact
About the New Hampshire WIC Program
Ready to apply for New Hampshire WIC?
Apply online at www.nhwic.com → or call 1-800-942-4321 to get started.
New Hampshire WIC is administered by the NH Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS), Division of Public Health Services, serving participants across all 10 counties. Rather than operating its own clinics, DHHS contracts with four community-based organizations to deliver WIC services statewide. The program provides free nutritious foods, breastfeeding support, nutrition education, and referrals to healthcare and community services. New Hampshire WIC does not ask about immigration or citizenship status — WIC is open to all eligible residents and participation is not considered in public charge determinations.
Four Community Contractors Covering All 10 Counties
New Hampshire WIC is delivered through four contracted local agencies, each serving a defined region:
- Community Action Program — Belknap, Coos, Grafton, and Merrimack counties
- Goodwin Community Health — Carroll and Strafford counties
- Southern New Hampshire Services (SNHS) — Hillsborough and Rockingham counties
- Southwestern Community Services — Cheshire and Sullivan counties
Each contractor operates multiple clinic sites within its service area. To find your nearest clinic, visit dhhs.nh.gov/wic or call 1-800-942-4321.
Water Well-ness Initiative — Free Well Water Testing
New Hampshire WIC offers a nationally distinctive Water Well-ness Initiative for families using private wells. At WIC appointments, staff screen for private well use and provide eligible participants with a free water testing kit. If results show contamination above safe thresholds, WIC connects families with filtration resources at no cost. This initiative was developed in partnership with NH state agencies to protect pregnant women and young children from potential heavy metal exposure through well water.
Developmental Milestone Monitoring
NH WIC incorporates CDC developmental milestone screening (the "Learn the Signs, Act Early" / LTSAE program) at certification and mid-certification appointments for children. WIC staff use CDC milestone checklists to track how a child plays, learns, speaks, and moves — celebrating milestones reached and identifying potential delays early for referral. All NH WIC local agencies have implemented this program statewide.
NH EASY Data-Sharing
NH WIC works with the state's NH EASY benefits portal to help connect families who may qualify for WIC when applying for other benefits. Staff proactively reach out to connect eligible families with services, helping reduce the need to apply separately to multiple programs.
Farmers' Market Nutrition Program
NH WIC offers a Farmers' Market Nutrition Program (FMNP) providing eligible participants with $30 in seasonal benefits (July 1–September 30) to purchase fresh local fruits, vegetables, and cut herbs at authorized New Hampshire farmers' markets and roadside stands. Currently available in Hillsborough and Rockingham counties while funding lasts. The program is expanding — check with your local WIC clinic for updates.
Income at or below 185% FPL. Automatic eligibility with Medicaid, SNAP, or TANF.
Monthly food benefits loaded to your WIC EBT card plus nutrition education and breastfeeding support.
Frequently Asked Questions — New Hampshire WIC
New Hampshire WIC Income Limits 2026
| Household Size | Annual Gross Income | Monthly Gross Income |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | $28,953 | $2,413 |
| 2 | $39,128 | $3,261 |
| 3 | $49,303 | $4,109 |
| 4 | $59,478 | $4,957 |
| 5 | $69,653 | $5,805 |
| 6 | $79,828 | $6,653 |
| 7 | $90,003 | $7,501 |
| 8 | $100,178 | $8,349 |
| Each additional person | add $10,175 | add $848 |
| Effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026. Figures are 185% of the federal poverty guidelines for the 48 contiguous states, the District of Columbia, and U.S. territories (including Guam). Alaska and Hawaii residents see higher income limits. Source: USDA FNS Federal Register notice 2025-03576 (90 FR 11598). | ||
New Hampshire WIC uses the federal income guidelines — households at or below 185% of the federal poverty level qualify based on income. The table on this page shows the current limits by household size. All income sources count, including wages, self-employment, child support, and Social Security payments. Pregnant women count as two people when calculating household size.
Automatic Eligibility Through Other Programs
If your household is currently enrolled in any of the following programs, you are automatically income-eligible for NH WIC and do not need to provide separate proof of income:
- NH Medicaid
- SNAP (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program)
- FANF (Financial Assistance to Needy Families — New Hampshire's TANF program), including the Family Assistance Program (FAP) and the NH Employment Program (NHEP)
Bring your enrollment card, award letter, or a recent benefit notice as proof. Income documentation is not required if you qualify through one of these programs.
Foster Children
Foster children are automatically eligible for WIC regardless of the foster family's income. Bring documentation of foster care status to the appointment.
If You Are Not Enrolled in a Qualifying Program
Bring proof of income from the past 30 days — pay stubs, an employer letter, or documentation of other income sources such as child support or Social Security. If your household has no income, a WIC nutritionist can help document your situation at the appointment.
Immigration Status
New Hampshire WIC does not ask about immigration or citizenship status. WIC participation is not considered in federal public charge determinations. All eligible residents may apply.
