Pennsylvania WIC Approved Foods
Food List & Approved Groceries
Pennsylvania WIC Agency
Pennsylvania WIC Food List
Pennsylvania WIC publishes an annual food list, effective October 1 through September 30 each year. The current food list is available at pawic.com in English and Spanish, with additional language versions available at local WIC clinics — ask your clinic for a copy in your preferred language.
Pennsylvania WIC Food Package Overview
Milk and dairy: Pennsylvania approves milk, cheese, and yogurt. Participants receive whole milk for children under 2 and low-fat or nonfat options for older children and women. Soy beverage is also available. Multiple cheese varieties in block, sliced, shredded, or stick form are approved — check your current WIC Shopping List for approved brands and sizes.
Whole grains: Pennsylvania approves whole grain bread, brown rice, whole wheat pasta, oatmeal, and tortillas. Your monthly whole grain benefit is measured in ounces — you can mix and match approved grain products, including tortillas. This is similar to Texas WIC, which also approves tortillas as a whole grain option.
Beans and legumes: Pennsylvania approves a variety of dried and canned beans, including black beans, kidney beans, pinto beans, lentils, split peas, and others. Tofu is also available. Check your current WIC Shopping List or ask your WIC office for the full list of approved varieties.
Fruits and vegetables: Fresh whole or cut, loose or pre-packaged produce is approved. Frozen plain vegetables in bags or boxes are approved. Canned options in water or juice pack are approved. Not approved: salad bar items, party platters, herbs, salad kits with nuts or dressing, fruits or vegetables with dips, or dried fruit.
Canned fish: Pennsylvania WIC approves tuna, salmon, and sardines for breastfeeding women. Check your WIC Shopping List for approved brands and can sizes.
Infant formula: Pennsylvania manages a competitive bid contract for infant formula. The contract brand is issued by default. Medical documentation from a healthcare provider is required for non-contract or specialized formulas.
Shopping for Pennsylvania WIC
Your Pennsylvania WIC Smart Card works at authorized grocery stores statewide. Use the store locator at pawic.com to find participating stores near you. Benefits do not roll over month to month — use them before the end of each benefit period. If you suspect WIC benefit abuse, call the WIC Hotline at 1-800-WIC-WINS (1-800-942-9467).
