Los Angeles Fires

Go to fire.ca.gov for wildfire tips and latest information. Get more info.

The Los Angeles wildfires and power outages may affect WIC families. Participants in areas with fires or power outages should call their WIC office before visiting until further notice. Find your WIC office in the California WIC App or here: WIC Office Locations

For additional information and resources visit 2025 Los Angeles Fires | CA.gov

Federal Funding Update

Families should continue to use their WIC benefits and attend their WIC appointments. WIC continues to serve families, and we’re here to support you.

For more information, visit WIC’s Federal Funding Updates webpage for updates and information.

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Cheese
Can Buy | Any brand in 16 oz package of pasteurized and made in the USA cheese in the varieties listed below. Regular, low sodium, low fat, reduced fat, or nonfat.

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Can Buy

Block or round:

Cheddar Cheese
  • Orange, yellow, or white
  • Mild, medium, sharp, or longhorn
Colby Cheese Jack Cheese Marbled or blends of authorized cheeses,
such as Colby-Jack or Cheddarella Mozzarella cheese

Individually wrapped sticks:

Mozzarella string cheese String Cheese Image
Cannot Buy
  • Any other variety, size, or texture of cheese
  • Diced, grated, sliced, crumbled, or shredded cheese
  • Cheese purchased from or sliced at the deli
  • Cheese with added ingredients, such as hot peppers or spices
  • Organic cheese


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