Community Nutrition Services Section

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Community Nutrition Services Section

The Community Nutrition Services Section (CNSS) includes the Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) and the Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (WIC).

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NC WIC Tops the Southeast Breastfeeding Awards of Excellence

Eight of North Carolina’s local WIC agencies earned Breastfeeding Award of Excellence from the USDA Food and Nutrition Service this year. Six won the Gold Award, and both of the Premiere Awards given this year – the most prestigious presented in the region – were claimed by WIC offices in North Carolina.

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Infant Formula Resources

Find the latest resources and guidance for families, caregivers and health care providers.

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Increased Cash Value Benefit

WIC’s monthly Cash Value Benefit increase has been extended! Enjoy more fruits and vegetables with $25 for children, $44 for pregnant and postpartum women, and $49 for breastfeeding women.

Breastfeeding Promotion and Support

Learn about breastfeeding promotion and support initiatives to help families receive the information and support they need to meet their infant feeding goals.

Child and Adult Care Food Program

The Child and Adult Care Food Program (CACFP) provides reimbursements for nutritious meals served to children and adults attending child care centers, day care homes, afterschool care programs, adult day care centers, and children residing in emergency shelters.

WIC Program

The Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children promotes sound nutrition habits among women, infants, and children by providing nutritious foods to supplement diets, nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support, and referrals to health and other community services.

Phone Number

919-707-5800 WIC
919-707-5799 CAFCP

Additional Contact Details

Physical Address

5601 Six Forks Rd.
Raleigh, NC 27609

Mailing Address

Community Nutrition Services Section
1914 Mail Service Center
Raleigh, NC 27699-1914

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