DSWD starts cash aid distribution to poor families
On Friday, April 3, the DSWD began distributing cash subsidies to poor families affected by COVID-19 in Manila and Parañaque City.
Cabinet Secretary Karlo Nograles announced that the aid will be given monthly for two months, ranging from P5,000 to P8,000 based on regional minimum wage rates.
The total subsidy of P100 billion is ready for distribution to 18 million poor families as part of an emergency program.
Local government units will assist in the distribution under DILG supervision with support from the AFP and PNP.
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