Catholic Charities of Buffalo

1234 Abbott Rd, Buffalo

WIC services for the Buffalo area are available at Catholic Charities of Buffalo. Below: direct phone, address with map, and the four documents that make your first appointment a one-visit process.

(716) 218-1484 Income limits How to apply

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Address1234 Abbott Rd, Buffalo, NY 14218 Phone(716) 218-1484 State line1-800-522-5006 — New York WIC hotline, if this clinic doesn't answer ServicesWIC applications and certifications, eWIC benefits, nutrition counseling and referrals ServesPregnant and postpartum women, infants, and children under 5 in the Buffalo area

Details from public sources — hours and walk-in policies vary by clinic, so call before visiting.

What to have ready

Call first — certifications are by appointment; mention if you're pregnant or applying for an infant (priority scheduling).
Bring four things: photo ID, proof of address, proof of income or your Medicaid/SNAP/TANF card, and the children applying.
Expect 30-60 minutes: paperwork, a free health check (height, weight, iron), and in most states the eWIC card issued the same day.
Income near the line? A pregnancy adds a household member, and Medicaid enrollment qualifies you automatically — check before ruling yourself out.

Frequently asked questions

Do I need an appointment at Catholic Charities of Buffalo?

WIC certifications are by appointment at nearly all clinics — call (716) 218-1484 to book. Pregnant women and infants get priority scheduling (federal rules cap their wait at 10 days).

What should I bring to apply?

Four things: photo ID, proof of address, proof of income (recent pay stubs — or your Medicaid, SNAP or TANF card, which counts by itself), and the children applying. Full walkthrough in our application guide.

What are the income limits right now?

For July 2026-June 2027: $40,034/year for a household of 2, $50,542 for 3, $61,050 for 4 (gross income, 185% of poverty). A pregnancy counts as at least one extra household member — and Medicaid, SNAP or TANF enrollment qualifies you automatically.

Can fathers or grandparents bring the kids?

Yes — any parent or legal caregiver can apply for and manage WIC benefits for an eligible child. WIC is not limited to mothers.

Catholic Charities of Buffalo

What to have ready

Frequently asked questions

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