In 2024, a large amount of aid is available for low-income families. These subsidies, economic contributions and concessions can be requested by those with a low ISEE or an income below a certain threshold. This up-to-date, easy-to-consult guide provides a complete list of available help, explaining who it’s for and how
it works.
List of aid for families in economic difficulty
Social allowance
The social allowance is an economic contribution equal to 534.41 euros per month for 2024, paid by the INPS for 13 monthly payments to those in disadvantaged economic conditions. This aid is connected to the ISEE and to the income situation of families.
Purchasing card
The shopping card is a prepaid, rechargeable and free electronic payment card worth 40 euros per month, with bimonthly credits of 80 euros. It is one of the most requested aid for families in difficulty.
2024 bill bonus
The 2024 bill bonus helps families cope with rising electricity and gas costs. It is granted to families with ISEE up to 9,530 euros, or up to 20,000 euros in the case of 4 or more dependent children
.
Inclusion allowance
The inclusion allowance (ADI), active since January 1, 2024, is a national measure to combat poverty that has replaced citizenship income. Disbursed by the INPS, it is up to those who have an ISEE not exceeding
9,360 euros.
Training and work support
Training and employment support is intended for ’employable’ people who have lost their citizenship income since September 1, 2023. It provides a monthly allowance of 350 euros for people between 18 and 59 years old with ISEE under 15,000
euros.
Saver shopping card
The savings card is issued by municipalities to families with an ISEE not exceeding 15,000 euros. It also includes the 2024 gas bonus, for a total amount of 500 euros.
Exemption for payment of medical tickets
Low-income families are entitled to exemption from paying the health ticket. This exemption is based on certain income thresholds and varies according to family situation and age
.
Food income
Food income 2024 is intended for those who are in situations of absolute poverty and consists of the provision of food packages made with unsold food distribution products.
Cultural Charter for Disadvantaged Families
The culture card for disadvantaged families is an electronic card worth 100 euros, dedicated to families with an ISEE not exceeding 15,000 euros, for the purchase of books, services and digital products.
Disabled parents and children bonus
The INPS bonus of up to 500 euros per month is available for unemployed, single or single-income parents with disabled children and with an ISEE not exceeding 3,000 euros.
Scholarships
The INPS provides annual scholarships related to the ISEE or to the income of families, giving priority to those in economic difficulty.
Contributions for school books
The Italian regions offer school book bonuses to families with low ISEE to support the costs of school textbooks. The delivery methods vary from region to region
.
Rental bonus and arrears
The fund for innocent arrears, managed by the Regions, helps tenants who are unable to pay their rent due to economic difficulties. The ISEE must not exceed 7,086.94 euros
.
RAI fee exemption
The exemption from paying the RAI fee applies to elderly people over 75 years old and with an income of less than 8,000 euros.
Contribution of books to schools in the Lazio region
The Lazio region’s school books contribution is intended for families with an ISEE not exceeding 15,493.71 euros for the purchase of school textbooks.
Sicily birth bonus
The Sicilian birth bonus, equal to 1,000 euros, is awarded to families with an ISEE not exceeding 3,000 euros for the birth or adoption of a child in 2024.
In addition to the benefits and bonuses described, other help is available for those who are looking for employment or have lost their jobs. To stay updated on the news, you can subscribe to the free newsletter or follow the dedicated Telegram and WhatsApp channels
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