Harris County Gets Extra Funding for Women and Children Nutrition Program

Harris County Public Health Services received approval to accept an additional $6,602 in grant funding for the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program for fiscal year 2026. This funding comes from the Texas Health and Human Services Commission and strengthens nutrition support for our most vulnerable families. The WIC Program provides healthy food vouchers, nutrition education, and breastfeeding support to pregnant women, new mothers, and children under age five who meet income guidelines. This extra funding means more families can access fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains, and infant formula when they need it most. In Harris County, thousands of families rely on WIC to ensure their children get proper nutrition during critical early years of development. Good nutrition in early childhood directly impacts school readiness, health outcomes, and long-term success. The Commissioners Court passed this funding agreement on May 14, 2026, ensuring continued support for working families facing food insecurity. If you qualify for WIC or know someone who might benefit, contact Harris County Public Health Services to learn about enrollment. You can also reach out to Cindy Paz at Cindy.Paz@harriscountytx.gov for more information about this program and how it serves our community's families.

This extra funding helps more Harris County families get healthy food for pregnant women and young children. Good nutrition in early years helps kids grow strong and be ready for school, which benefits our whole community.