Utah

Pregnant women and mothers in Utah 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 Utah 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, postpartum women, infants, and children up to age five. Applicants must meet income guidelines and reside in Utah; U.S. citizenship is not required.
How to Apply: Schedule an appointment at a local WIC clinic by calling 1-877-WIC-KIDS (1-877-942-5437), or request an appointment online through the Utah WIC website.

Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP)
SNAP provides monthly benefits to help low-income individuals and families purchase nutritious food. Pregnant women may be eligible for SNAP benefits.
Eligibility: Applicants must meet income and resource limits. Pregnant women may qualify without meeting work requirements.
How to Apply: Apply online through the Utah Department of Workforce Services website. Learn More

Food Banks and Pantries
Local food banks and pantries across Utah provide emergency food assistance to families in need.

Utah Food Bank: Offers food assistance, provides emergency food boxes, mobile food pantries, and kid-focused programs and can also help with SNAP applications. Location: 3150 South 900 West, Salt Lake City, UT 84119 📞 Phone: (801) 978-2452

Catholic Community Services of Utah: Offers free groceries and fresh produce to eligible families in Northern Utah. Location: 2504 F Ave, Ogden, UT 84401 📞 Phone: (801) 394-5944

Community Action Services and Food Bank: Provides food boxes, cooking classes, and nutrition education. Location: 815 South Freedom Blvd, Provo, UT 84601 📞 Phone: (801) 373-8200

Crossroads Urban Center Emergency Food Pantry: Offers emergency groceries and baby items (when available) 📍 Location: 347 South 400 East, Salt Lake City, UT 84111 . They also have a Westside Food Pantry at 1358 West Indiana Ave, SLC. 📞 Phone: (801) 364-7765

Bountiful Community Food Pantry: Provides food boxes, fresh produce, hygiene kits, and senior food support to the residents of Davis County
📍 Location: 480 East 1500 South, Bountiful, UT 84010
📞 Phone: (801) 299-8464

Tabitha's Way Local Food Pantry (North & South): Offers food assistance, hygiene items, diapers, and baby formula.
📍 North Location (American Fork): 920 E State Rd, American Fork, UT 84003
📍 South Location (Spanish Fork): 45 E 100 N, Spanish Fork, UT 84660
📞 Phone (Both Locations): (801) 692-1881

Utah State University Extension – Pantry Resources

If you're unsure where to start, call Utah 2-1-1 or click here to be connected to the nearest food pantry or service provider.

Nutrition Education Programs
Expanded Food and Nutrition Education Program (EFNEP)
EFNEP provides nutrition education to limited-resource families with young children, focusing on healthy eating, food preparation, and budgeting.
Services: Hands-on classes in meal planning, budgeting, and healthy cooking.
How to Access: Contact your local Utah State University Extension office

Farmers’ Market Nutrition Programs (FMNP)
The FMNP allows WIC participants to purchase fresh fruits and vegetables from authorized farmers' markets, promoting access to local, nutritious foods.
Eligibility: Must be a current WIC participant.
How to Participate: Receive FMNP vouchers from your WIC office and use them at participating farmers' markets.

By utilizing these resources, pregnant women and mothers in Utah can access nutritious foods and gain valuable knowledge to support their families' health and well-being.