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July 13, 2022
 IMPORTANT
WIC Online Application Link Change
The WIC Online Application will now include an option of Spanish and Somali when first entering the application. With the addition of the languages, the URL for the online application has changed. All local agencies should start using the updated links and QR code provided in the WIC Online Application Link Change document.
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Additional FFY 2022 WIC Funding
WIC grantees will be notified in July of additional WIC funding for FFY 2022 through funding letters to their administrator.
In review of Minnesota’s actual federal WIC funding received for FFY 2022, we have determined we can provide some additional WIC grant funds. This additional funding is based on participation from July 2021 through June 2022. These grant funds will reduce the amount of grant funding available for WIC final reimbursement payments in February 2023. Although we can provide funding in advance of the federal closeout this year, there is no guarantee we will be able to offer this annually.
If you have any questions about this information, please contact Tamara Edmundson at (651) 201-3752 or tamara.edmundson@state.mn.us
List of CPA Staff to Fill Temporary CPA Openings
Minnesota WIC now maintains a list of staff who may be available to fill temporary CPA openings. Local agencies may request this list from their state WIC consultant. If you are a CPA who wishes to be added to the list, contact your state WIC consultant or Health.WIC@state.mn.us. This information will be listed on the WIC Job Postings webpage.
Formula Updates: Abbott Reopens Sturgis Plant, FDA Takes Steps to Allow for Continued Formula Imports
Affordable Connectivity Program Available for WIC Participants
The Affordable Connectivity Program (ACP) is available as part of the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law and allows tens of millions of American households to reduce their internet service costs by up to $30 per month (or $75 per month on Tribal lands). Qualified households can also receive a one-time discount of up to $100 to purchase a laptop, desktop computer, or tablet from participating providers if the household contributes more than $10 and less than $50 toward the purchase price.
- White House Fact Sheet on the ACP and its benefits.
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AffordableConnectivity.gov, a website that includes resources under the “community resources" tab such as a toolkit with outreach materials for State and local leaders, including and social media image files for download to enhance your messages.
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GetInternet.gov to find out more about ACP and find participating internet providers in their area.
Local Agency WIC Calendar - check out upcoming trainings and meetings.
Local agency staff should talk to their supervisor for approval before registering for training.
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Great Lakes Breastfeeding Webinar |
WIC Fiscal Claim Due
8:30 - 9:30 am WIC Services & COVID-19 Conference Call
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Find new job opportunities and the WIC Job Postings webpage.
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