This is due to the critical nature of WIC services and because WIC is federally funded. If the Washington state government shuts down July 1, 2015:

• Clients can use their WIC checks at contracted stores.
• Local WIC clinics will be open to provide WIC services.
• The State WIC office will operate as usual.
• Authorized WIC vendors will still accept WIC checks and vendors will still receive payment.

WIC has openings for more clients. Locate a WIC clinic near you at www.spokanewic.org