Benefits for Pregnant Women & Young Children in
North Carolina
Assistance for pregnant women and families with children under 6 in North Carolina. 8 programs may be available to you.
8 Programs for Pregnant Women & Young Children
These programs are most relevant to your situation in North Carolina.
SNAP
Monthly food assistance loaded onto an EBT card for groceries.
WIC
Nutrition, food, and health support for pregnant women, new moms, and children under 5.
Medicaid
Free or low-cost comprehensive health coverage for low-income adults and families.
CHIP
Low-cost health coverage for children in families that earn too much for Medicaid.
TANF
Cash assistance and support services for families with children.
Head Start
Free early childhood education, health, and nutrition for children 0โ5.
Child Care Assistance (CCDF)
Subsidized child care for low-income working families.
Child Tax Credit
Up to $2,000 per qualifying child to reduce your tax bill.