Shopping with WIC

The WIC Program cares about you and your family. Please share your feedback, experiences at the store, or let us know if you need additional help shopping with WIC. Just click the button below to leave information or to request a phone call from WIC staff.

Shopping with eWIC

Shopping with the eWIC card makes shopping quick, easy and convenient The eWIC card offers these benefits:

• One card holds the entire families benefits.
• Cards can be loaded remotely without an office visit.
• Self-checkout can be used at King Soopers, Safeway and Walmart stores.
• Make a shopping list before going to make your trip faster.
• View this slide show with tips to make eWIC Shopping easier (Español)

eWIC Card PIN Numbers

PIN numbers can be set or reset by:

• Calling the automated phone line at 1-844-234-4950.
• Log onto www.ebtedge.com and enter in your 16 digit eWIC card number.
• Call your local WIC office (listed a the right) to reset your PIN or if you have questions.

Food Benefit Balance

There are many ways to find out what your monthly balance is on your eWIC card:

• Download the WICShopper app, register your eWIC card and click the My Benefits button for your most current balance.
• Keep your receipt from your last WIC purchase which includes an updated balance.
• Check your current and future months food balance at www.ebtedge.com.
• Call 1-844-234-4950
• Ask a grocery store cashier to check your balance for you.

Shopping with eWIC Videos

• Colorado WIC Shopping Tips | Español
• Reading WIC Shopping Receipts
• WICShopper App Tips
• Scanning Bar Codes

WICShopper App

Colorado WIC offers the FREE WICShopper app to help families manage their WIC benefits. The WICShopper app has many great features including:

• A scanner to aid in selecting WIC foods.
• Your current balance of foods loaded onto your card.  
• The WIC Foods list in a variety of languages.
• Recipes.
• Quick access to WIChealth.org online nutrition information.
• Ability to set-up reminders to shop before benefits expire each month.

Learn about the WICShopper app and download from the app store on any smart cell phone.

Foods & Recipes

WIC Foods

Foods on the WIC Program are wholesome and chosen to provide the nutrients your family members need.

• Learn more about the WIC foods including the list and shopping guides.
• Watch this video to learn more about shopping for WIC foods (in Spanish).
• See which yogurts can be purchased with the Yogurt Helper
• Fresh basil, cilantro, parsley, garlic and ginger root can be purchased with your eWIC card. Learn more about purchasing herbs and spices. 

Recipes and More

WIC provides nutrition education as well as delicious recipes with WIC foods.

• Try one of these simple and tasty ideas - no recipe needed! (in Spanish)
• Find recipe ideas on Pinterest @pintchd
• Watch our Adams County Health Department You Tube Channel cooking videos
  • Easy Oatmeal Pancakes
  • Peanut Butter Oatmeal Energy Bites
  • Overnight Oats with Berries

WIC Approved Grocery Stores

A variety of grocery stores accept WIC benefits, ask your WIC staff for locations near you.

• View a list of participating stores on the WICShopper app
• Ask your local grocery store clerks if they accept WIC benefits if you are unsure.
• Many WIC approved stores use shelf stickers to help shoppers find their WIC foods easily.
• The self check-out lanes can be used at King Soopers, City Market and Walmart grocery stores.
• Participating grocery stores will post a WIC decal on their front window or door (see picture below).