WIC substance abuse (o)

The federal Formula Grant award, totaling $1,549,284.00, was provided by the U.S. Department of Agriculture's Food and Nutrition Service under the WIC Special Supplemental Nutrition Program for Women, Infants, and Children (CFDA 10.557). This grant will fund the University of North Dakota's efforts to support low-income pregnant, breastfeeding, and postpartum women, as well as infants and children up to five years old who are at nutritional risk. Key services to be provided include supplemental nutritious foods, nutrition education, breastfeeding promotion and support, and referrals to health and social services. The award has an effective date of September 30, 2024 and a completion date of September 30, 2027. This grant is part of the comprehensive federal WIC program that operates across all 50 states, the District of Columbia, 33 Indian Tribal Organizations, and five U.S. territories to improve the health and nutritional status of vulnerable populations.