South Carolina

Pregnant women and mothers in South Carolina have access to various food assistance and nutrition education programs aimed at enhancing health and well-being. Below are key resources available:

Food Assistance Programs

Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) Program
The WIC program offers supplemental nutrition assistance, breastfeeding support, and nutrition education to pregnant women, postpartum mothers, and children under five. Benefits include healthy foods, personalized nutrition counseling, and referrals to healthcare services.

Eligibility: Pregnant women, breastfeeding mothers (up to one year postpartum), non-breastfeeding postpartum women (up to six months postpartum), infants, and children up to their fifth birthday.
Services: Nutrition education, healthy food vouchers, breastfeeding support, and referrals to other health and social services. Learn More

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP provides monthly benefits to assist low-income households in purchasing nutritious food. Pregnant women and mothers can apply to ensure consistent access to healthy foods for themselves and their families. Eligibility is based on household income and resources.
Services: Monthly funds on an Electronic Benefit Transfer (EBT) card to purchase eligible food items. Learn More

Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program (FMNP)
This program provides vouchers to WIC participants to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from approved farmers' markets, promoting access to local, nutritious foods while supporting South Carolina farmers. To be eligibile, participants must be enrolled in the WIC program.
Services: Vouchers for purchasing fresh produce at participating farmers' markets. Learn More

Nutrition Education Programs

Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
Operated by Clemson University Cooperative Extension, EFNEP offers hands-on classes in meal planning, budgeting, and healthy cooking for low-income families, including pregnant women and mothers.
Eligibility: Low-income parents, caregivers, and pregnant women/teens.

SNAP-Ed (Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program Education)
SNAP-Ed is a free program that helps families stretch their food dollars and make healthy, kid-friendly meals. It provides nutrition education to individuals eligible for SNAP benefits.
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Local Food Banks and Pantries

Local food banks and pantries across South Carolina provide emergency food assistance to families in need. Many partner with organizations to distribute fresh produce and healthy food items.To find nearby resources, click here

By utilizing these programs, pregnant women and mothers in South Carolina can access the necessary resources to maintain a healthy diet and support their families' nutritional needs.