Month: July 2026

Everyone is welcome to apply and access WIC, health care, food and housing support, and more public benefits.

On July 16, 2026, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) posted a final public charge rule, effective September 18, 2026. The public charge inadmissibility test applies when a person applies for a green card or for a visa. Many immigrants are exempt from public charge by laws that cannot be changed by regulations. The final rule does not include a list of programs that can – or cannot – be considered in determining whether a noncitizen is likely to become a public charge. This removes the clarity that had been provided by the previous rule, which was consistent with decades of agency practice and policy. 

Public Charge Fact Sheet: Does this apply to me?

Immigration Legal Resources

Several free or low-cost immigration or legal status screening resources are available in Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Orange County to help immigrants get the support and information they need.

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WIC Families Get $36 to Spend at the Farmers’ Market

WIC families in California can get an extra $36 to buy fruits and vegetables at WIC-certified farmers’ markets (limit one per family per year). If you are a PHFE WIC Participant, click the button below to reserve your extra $36. You must complete a reservation before going to the farmers’ market.

WIC Farmers Market Nutrition Program is an annual program funded by the USDA to support local farmers while helping families enjoy fresh seasonal fruits and veggies.

PHFE WIC has a limited number of $36 farmers market benefits to give out this year, while supplies last!

Who is Eligible for Farmers Market Benefits?

Families who are currently enrolled in WIC are eligible to receive an extra $36 to shop for fruits and vegetables at WIC-certified farmers’ markets. Not enrolled for WIC? Apply now! Need to renew your WIC account? Text APPT with your preferred date and time to 91997 to schedule an appointment.

Participating Farmers’ Markets

See which markets we’ll be at this summer. Make sure to reserve your extra $36 before going to one of the participating farmers’ markets below.

Farmers Market	Address	Day
Rosemead FM	4343 Encinita Ave, Rosemead, CA 91770	Last Day! Monday, 7/20 5:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Adams & Vermont FM	1432 W Adams Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90007	Last Day! Wednesday 7/22 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Fullerton FM	801 W Valencia Dr, Fullerton, CA 92832	Last Day! Wednesday 7/22 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Pomona Valley FM	145 W Pearl St, Pomona, CA 91768	Last Day! Saturday, 7/25 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM
West Covina FM	195 S Glendora Ave, West Covina, CA 91790	Last Day! Saturday, 7/25 9:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Find more farmers’ markets to shop with your WIC FM benefits using this market finder.

FAQs

Last Day to Shop with your $36 is November 30, 2026

The $36 WIC farmers market benefits will expire on November 30, 2026! We highly encourage you to spend your benefits as soon as possible. Enjoy all of the produce the summer season has to offer.

In observance of Independence Day, WIC will be closed on Friday, July 3. We will reopen on Monday, July 6, from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM

We hope that you have a safe and happy 4th of July!

Thank you!
– PHFE WIC

WIC is here to support you and your goals for feeding your baby. Pregnant and breastfeeding families are invited to join breastfeeding support groups on Zoom to connect and learn with other parents. Support groups are offered in English, Spanish, Chinese, Vietnamese, Thai, and Tagalog.

See our upcoming breastfeeding support groups below. Click the ‘Join now’ button on the day and time of the support group to connect on Zoom. See you there!