WIC Foods Update: Soy Milk is now Plant-Based Milk

Families get more plant-based milk options!

WIC food package changes allow families to shop for additional plant-based milk options such as soy, oat, and pea milk.

On Monday, April 6, families who previously saw soy-based beverages listed in their WIC food benefits will now see plant-based milk alternatives instead. The new WIC benefit item allows families to shop for any of the plant-based milk options now offered.

Issues shopping for soy milk with your WIC benefits?

Some families have reported issues when shopping for soy milk with their WIC benefits. California Department of Public Health/WIC is working with vendors to fix this issue. Families are encouraged to try shopping at a different store or shop for their WIC foods without the soy milk.

California WIC Family Services

Contact California WIC Family Services for additional support or to report concerns.

Visit the California WIC website at myfamily.wic.ca.gov for more information.

For questions regarding your WIC card or to check your current balance, contact California WIC Card Customer Service at (844) 469-3264.

Issue Shopping with Your WIC Card?

Shopping for WIC foods is usually quick and easy, but sometimes you may run into an issue at the store. Not everything at the grocery store is eligible for purchase with your WIC Card.

The California Department of Public Health/WIC is working on fixing these issue. Families are encouraged to contact California WIC Family Services at (800) 852-5770 for additional support or to report concerns.

If you have problems at the grocery store:

Report the following information:

  • Date
  • Time
  • Store name and address
  • Names of store staff involved
  • Details of the situation

California WIC Family Services

Contact California WIC Family Services for additional support or to report concerns.

Visit the California WIC website at myfamily.wic.ca.gov for more information.

For questions regarding your WIC card or to check your current balance, contact California WIC Card Customer Service at (844) 469-3264.