O People’s Scholarship, created in the adverse context of the Covid-19 pandemic by the government of São Paulo, has the purpose of expanding and centralizing the administration of resources allocated to other important social programs. This program houses several initiatives that aim to serve the socially vulnerable population exclusively in the state of São Paulo.
How does Bolsa do Povo work?
The program attempts to integrate and simplify the management of benefits, actions and projects, concentrating them all under one roof. Thus, in addition to directly transferring income, the program also aims to improve aspects such as professional qualifications, education, health, work, housing and sports for its beneficiaries.
Is it possible to accumulate the benefit of R$540?
Yes, the base value of the benefit is R$540 and, according to the program rules, this amount can be accumulated with other benefits, reaching up to the total amount of R$ 2,490. The design of Bolsa do Povo facilitates this accumulation so that beneficiaries can get as much assistance as possible.
Who Can Benefit from the Program?
- You must be 18 years or older;
- Be a resident of the State of São Paulo for more than two years;
- Priority groups include: families headed by women, low-income families, families with children, young people and pregnant women.
How to Sign Up to Receive the Benefit?
To apply for Bolsa do Povo, interested parties must follow a two-step procedure, starting with registration in CadÚnico and, after approval, proceeding to registration in the desired program through the official website:
- Select the program you are interested in and check registration availability;
- If available, log in with your Gov.br account;
- Complete the form with your personal data;
- Wait for your request to be approved, which will be communicated via email or on the website itself.
Considered an important support during times of crisis and beyond, Bolsa do Povo stands out as an essential tool for financial stability and improving the quality of life of many citizens in the state of São Paulo.
What are the future prospects for Bolsa do Povo?
With the positive impact already observed, there are ongoing discussions about expanding and perhaps even replicating this program model to other regions, appropriate adaptations considering specific local needs. Meanwhile, the São Paulo government continues to improve and expand the 19 actions already covered by the program. The idea is to transform this into an example of effective state intervention in social assistance.
