Nutrition

North Carolina Division of Health and Human Services, Food and Nutrition Services

Food and Nutrition Services (FNS) is a federal food assistance program that helps low-income families. In North Carolina monthly allotments of FNS benefits are issued via Electronic Benefit Transfer cards (EBT cards). The purpose of FNS is to end hunger and improve nutrition and health. Through the program, eligible low-income households receive assistance to help them buy the food they need for a nutritionally adequate diet.

WIC Program

WIC is a nutrition program for women, infants and children. The program is funded by the United States Department of Agriculture. Read more about the WIC program.

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