WIC Association of New York State

10/01/2025

Please take a moment for support and action here!

🗣️ A prolonged government shutdown will put babies and kids on at risk. Use your voice to urge your representatives to fund the government and ensure no disruptions to WIC using the link below!

💡 TAKE ACTION: https://nwica.salsalabs.org/publicfundthegovernment2026

10/01/2025

📢 WIC Benefits Continue
As of October 1, WIC services and benefits remain available despite the federal government shutdown. WIC-approved stores will continue to accept benefits, and local agencies can continue serving participants. For the most up-to-date guidance, please follow NYS DOH WIC.

But urgent action is still needed. As Georgia Machell, President & CEO of the National WIC Association, reminds us:

“Congress must act with urgency to pass legislation that fully funds WIC, keeps the federal government open, and ensures that federal appropriations law cannot be undermined by administrative actions. Every day of inaction brings us closer to a crisis. Failure to rapidly reopen the government could result in State WIC directors being put in the horrible position of trying to manage their programs with insufficient funds.”

08/18/2025

Nourishing the Next Generation Together — A Story of WIC in Action

We’re proud to see a timely and inspiring spotlight in amNY on how WIC programs like the Joseph P. Addabbo Family Health Center are actively supporting families during National Breastfeeding Awareness Week. The article celebrates WIC’s powerful role—from personalized counseling and breastfeeding peer support to nutrition demonstrations and community-building events.

This mission mirrors our own at the WIC Association of NYS, where we strive to enhance and expand WIC services across New York State. Whether a family is navigating breastfeeding, accessing nutritious foods, or building connections—WIC is here to support their journey.

Let this be a reminder: by standing together, advocating, and sharing stories, we can continue nourishing today’s families and tomorrow’s future.

Read the full piece: Nourishing the Next Generation Together
https://www.amny.com/opinion/nourishing-the-next-generation-together/

08/05/2025

🌸 Mother’s Milk vs Baby Formula – Know the Difference! 🌸

Today, we celebrated the incredible power of breastfeeding at our community event! 💪🏽👶🏽

Did you know? Breastmilk isn’t just food — it’s packed with: ✨ Anti-viruses
✨ Growth factors
✨ Enzymes & Hormones
✨ Antibodies & Anti-allergens
✨ Anti-parasites..and so much more that baby formula simply can’t replicate!


NYC Health + Hospitals/Elmhurst

07/24/2025

🚨 WIC at Risk: Urge Congress to Act 🚨

The USDA just announced a major reorganization plan that would dismantle key regional offices and relocate staff responsible for running WIC and other nutrition programs.

This move threatens to disrupt the services families rely on—delaying funding, weakening support, and breaking down decades of institutional knowledge.

💬 WIC is a proven, bipartisan program that helps millions of families thrive. We must not allow political agendas to undermine it.

📢 Take action today: Tell Congress to protect WIC and oppose this harmful USDA reorganization.
👉https://nwica.salsalabs.org/USDARIF/index.html?eType=EmailBlastContent&eId=17db50b3-3359-4818-a28e-88caac78baf0

🙏 Thank you to the National WIC Association for bringing attention to this critical issue and standing up for the families who count on WIC.

07/15/2025

We’re grateful to see the Senate Appropriations Committee prioritize full funding for in its FY26 proposal. This is a critical step toward ensuring all eligible families can access the nutrition and support they deserve.

🗣️ As Georgia Machell of NWA said, we urge lawmakers to protect WIC’s public health impact by fully funding the program and preserving the food package.

At WICANYS, we echo this call—New York families are counting on Congress to keep WIC strong and accessible.

NWA commends the Senate Appropriations Committee for advancing a bipartisan FY 2026 funding bill that fully supports the WIC program and rejects proposed cuts to its food package. The bill protects the fruit and vegetable benefit and ensures all eligible participants can continue to receive vital se...

07/14/2025

SAVE THE DATE!
WIC Association of New York State’s 47th Annual Conference
April 28–30, 2026 (Tuesday–Thursday)
📍 Virtual | CEUs Available

Together in Strength, Together for WIC

In the face of growing budget challenges and uncertainty, this coming year’s conference is more important than ever. The WIC Association of NYS is proud to offer a virtual, accessible gathering designed to:

✅ Deliver continuing education credits (CEUs) for WIC staff across roles
✅ Connect agencies across New York State in shared learning and momentum
✅ Celebrate the resilience, creativity, and commitment of WIC providers
✅ Provide low-barrier access so more teams can attend without travel costs

07/02/2025

🚨 URGENT: Call to Action 🚨
As the House prepares to vote on the federal budget, we must protect the early childhood services and supports that help families thrive. The current proposal includes deep and dangerous cuts to programs that are critical for healthy child development, nutrition, and family well-being.

These cuts put maternal and child health—and the future of our youngest New Yorkers—at serious risk.

📞 Call your Representative NOW: 202-224-3121 (Capitol switchboard)
Ask to speak with—or leave a message for—the New York House members listed below.
🛑 Tell them: Vote NO on the “Big Beautiful Bill” and any cuts to family supports and community health services.
Be transparent: “I’m a New Yorker from [your city/region], and I’m calling because this bill affects families across our state.”
💬 Share your story:
• What services are vital to your or your clients’ health, nutrition, and stability?
Thank them for standing up for families and protecting the services we depend on.
📢 Keep calling—this is urgent. Every voice matters.

NY House Republicans to Call:
• Nick LaLota
• Andrew Garbarino
• Nicole Malliotakis
• Mike Lawler
• Elise Stefanik
• Nick Langworthy
• Claudia Tenney

07/01/2025

The proposed cuts would directly weaken the safety net that helps keep families healthy. Undermining them puts maternal and child health at risk across New York and beyond.

The National WIC Association warns that the Senate-passed One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB) threatens family access to essential programs. While WIC isn’t directly cut, changes to Medicaid and SNAP could limit WIC enrollment. NWA urges Congress to reconsider these harmful provisions and includes a p...

07/01/2025

The Senate just passed a brutal federal budget that prioritizes tax cuts for billionaires—at the expense of essential family supports and community health services.

Now it’s the House’s turn.

📞 Call your Representative and urge them to vote NO: https://www.house.gov

This budget threatens programs that help families put food on the table, access care, and build healthier futures. We must raise our voices and protect the services our communities rely on.

06/25/2025

❗️Today! Help protect SNAP—join the Northeast Day of Action ❗️

➡️ Use this toolkit to take action: bit.ly/4k5KGOr

❗️Help protect SNAP—join the Northeast Day of Action this Wednesday, June 25 ❗️

This week, the Senate is expected to vote on a deeply harmful bill that would cut basic needs programs like SNAP and Medicaid.

We need all hands on deck to urge our representatives to reject cuts that would take food and health care away from New Yorkers to fund tax cuts for the rich.

➡️ Use our toolkit to take action on Wednesday. bit.ly/4k5KGOr

06/25/2025

Many WIC infants benefit from Medicaid’s health services. If their Medicaid is cut, they may also be cut from WIC. Please join your voices.