What is the Bolsa do Povo benefit?

Therefore, if you live in São Paulo, know that it is very likely that one of these benefits can help you.

Want to know more? Keep reading!

Bolsa do Povo: a set of benefits from the Government of the State of São Paulo

Concentrating the administration of social benefits is an excellent idea when you want to have greater control and guarantee efficiency.

And it was precisely with this in mind that the Government of the State of São Paulo created Bolsa do Povo, a program that brings together several social/financial benefits.

Thus, the idea behind these benefits is to promote citizenship and minimum income, in addition to providing better opportunities to those who need it most.

Considering that São Paulo is the largest metropolis in the country, it is common for there to be many people in vulnerable situations, therefore, it is necessary to implement measures in order to reduce inequality.

Some of the benefits include monetary assistance, incentives for finding employment and entrepreneurship, programs for families and much more.

Therefore, if you live in the state of São Paulo, know that it is possible that one or more benefits meet your profile.

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Benefits and amounts paid through Bolsa do Povo 

When talking about Bolsa do Povo, many believe that it is a unique benefit, which provides assistance payments to the low-income population.

However, as we have already discussed, Bolsa do Povo goes far beyond that, as it comprises a set of benefits in different categories, for different audiences.

Therefore, we will now look at the main benefits provided through the program, so that you can find one that suits your profile.

Young action 

The Ação Jovem benefit aims to promote the inclusion of young people aged 15 to 24, who are part of families with a per capita income of up to ½ minimum wage.

The aid provides a monthly payment of R$100.00 for those registered with CadÚnico.

Citizen income 

Renda Cidadã works as a type of income supplement for families in situations of social vulnerability caused by unemployment or underemployment. 

The benefit provides a monthly payment of R$100.00 per family, regardless of the number of members, and to receive it, you must meet the basic criteria and be registered with CadÚnico.

prosper family 

Prospera Família is a program that aims to serve single-parent families with an income of up to R$210.00 per capita and dependents up to 6 years of age. 

The program lasts 12 months and provides actions for family development in various aspects.

Active Life

Health is important, especially for citizens over 60. VidAtiva offers monthly assistance to cover the cost of physical activities.

Housing assistance

Housing Assistance works as a temporary benefit, with the aim of helping to cover housing costs for citizens who have been removed from their homes for security reasons or urban interventions.

Fast track 

Professional training is an extremely important subject when it comes to achieving opportunities.

Via Rápida is a program that provides free professional training courses, as well as scholarships to help students during their studies.

Entrepreneur Scholarship 

Aiming to encourage entrepreneurship among those who work informally or are unemployed, Bolsa Empreendedor offers opportunities for professional improvement, in addition to offering a grant worth R$1,000.00, paid in 2 installments.

Sports Talent Scholarship 

Sport changes lives, and with the Bolsa Talento Esportivo, young people can count on financial assistance for athletes at different levels and ages.

Work grant 

Bolsa Trabalho was designed for citizens who are facing unemployment and want an opportunity to start over.

The benefit offers citizens the possibility of performing simple services in public bodies, in exchange for a monthly grant of R$540.00, with a maximum duration of 5 months.

Novotec Express

Novotec Expresso aims to invest in basic education and professional qualification, through professional technical courses.

In addition to the course, participants also receive a grant of R$ 600.00, paid in installments of R$ 150.00, according to the duration of the course.

How to register for the program?

To register for Bolsa do Povo, you must first be a resident of one of the cities served by the program in the State of São Paulo.

Therefore, the first thing to do is to contact a Social Assistance Reference Center (CRAS) in your city to request registration of your family in the Single Registry.

After registering, the next step involves asking the attendant to include you in the programs for which you and your family meet the requirements.

If you are approved for one or more programs, you will receive the Bolsa do Povo Card, through which financial aid payments will be made.

You will be informed in detail about the other steps of the programs by the CRAS employee.

LEARN MORE ABOUT THE PROGRAM: People's Purse.

Finally, now that you know about Bolsa do Povo, this could be your chance to change your family's situation, so don't forget to register!