Alaska

Pregnant women and mothers in Alaska can access food assistance and nutrition education through various state and community programs aimed at improving health and well-being. Here are the key resources available:

Community Programs

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
The WIC program provides supplemental nutrition assistance, breastfeeding support, and nutrition education to pregnant women, postpartum mothers, and children under five. WIC benefits include healthy foods, personalized nutrition counseling, and referrals to healthcare services.
Visit Alaska WIC Program for more information on eligibility and call 1-800-478-2221 for local office information.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP offers monthly benefits to help low-income families purchase groceries. Pregnant women and mothers can apply for SNAP to ensure consistent access to nutritious foods for themselves and their families. Visit Alaska SNAP for more information on eligibility.

Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium (ANTHC)
ANTHC provides nutrition education and support tailored to Alaska Native communities, including culturally relevant dietary guidance for pregnant women and families. Services often include food distribution programs and meal planning resources. Learn more: ANTHC Nutrition Services

Food Banks and Pantries
Local food banks and pantries across Alaska provide emergency food assistance to families in need. Many partner with organizations to distribute fresh produce and healthy food items. Call Alaska 2-1-1 or visit the Alaska 2-1-1 website to find nearby resources.

Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs (FMNP)
This program provides vouchers to WIC participants and seniors to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from approved farmers' markets. It promotes access to local, nutritious foods while supporting Alaskan farmers.

Cooking and Nutrition Education Programs
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP): Run by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension, EFNEP offers hands-on classes in meal planning, budgeting, and healthy cooking for low-income families. Learn more at EFNEP Alaska
Many public health centers provide nutrition education as part of prenatal and parenting support.

Emergency and Community Support

The Salvation Army of Alaska

Offers meal programs and food baskets for families in need.

Alaska 2-1-1

Provides referrals to food assistance and nutrition programs statewide. Call 2-1-1 or visit: Alaska 2-1-1

Nutrition Education
Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs (FMNP)
This program provides vouchers to WIC participants and seniors to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from approved farmers' markets. It promotes access to local, nutritious foods while supporting Alaskan farmers.

Cooking and Nutrition Education Programs
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP): Run by the University of Alaska Fairbanks Cooperative Extension, EFNEP offers hands-on classes in meal planning, budgeting, and healthy cooking for low-income families. Learn more at EFNEP Alaska
Many public health centers provide nutrition education as part of prenatal and parenting support.