List of all SASSA Grants
The South African Social Security Agency (SASSA) offers various grants to support individuals and families in need. Here’s an overview of some of the most common SASSA grants available to South Africans:
| Grant Name | Who Can Apply? | Why Apply? | How Often Paid? | Ongoing or Once? |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Old Age Grant | Over 60, South African Citizen/Resident (limited income) | Basic needs support | Monthly | Ongoing |
| Disability Grant | Permanent disability (limits work ability), South African Citizen/Resident | Basic needs support | Monthly | Ongoing |
| Child Support Grant | Primary caregiver of child under 18 (limited means) | Help support child’s needs | Monthly | Ongoing |
| Foster Child Grant | Fostering a child (South African Citizen/Resident) | Help cover fostered child’s costs | Monthly | Ongoing |
| Care Dependency Grant | Need full-time care (receiving disability/war veteran’s/old age grant) | Help cover cost of care | Monthly | Ongoing |
| War Veteran’s Grant | Served in SANDF or liberation movement (South African Citizen) | Support for service | Monthly | Ongoing |
| Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant | Unemployed & struggling financially (South African Citizen/Resident) | Temporary financial relief | Varies (check SASSA website) | Temporary |
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Old Age Grant (Older Person’s Grant)
- Eligibility: This grant is for South African citizens or permanent residents aged 60 or older with limited income and assets.
- Purpose: Provides financial assistance to help meet basic needs for older persons.
Disability Grant
- Eligibility: This grant is for South African citizens or permanent residents with a permanent disability that limits their ability to work and earn a living.
- Purpose: Provides financial support for individuals with disabilities to cover basic necessities.
Child Support Grant
- Eligibility: This grant is for primary caregivers of children under 18 years old, particularly those with limited means to support the child.
- Purpose: Provides financial assistance to help caregivers meet the basic needs of children.
Foster Child Grant
- Eligibility: This grant is for South African citizens or permanent residents who are fostering a child.
- Purpose: Provides financial support to help with the costs of raising a fostered child.
Care Dependency Grant
- Eligibility: This grant is for individuals receiving a disability grant, war veteran’s grant, or older person’s grant who require full-time care from another person due to their disability.
- Purpose: Provides additional financial assistance to cover the cost of care for those who cannot care for themselves.
War Veteran’s Grant
- Eligibility: This grant is for South African citizens who served in the South African National Defence Force (SANDF) or a liberation movement and meet specific criteria.
- Purpose: Provides financial support to war veterans in recognition of their service.
Social Relief of Distress (SRD) Grant
- Eligibility: This grant is a temporary measure for South African citizens or permanent residents who are unemployed and struggling financially. Eligibility criteria may change, so referring to official SASSA resources is recommended.
- Purpose: Provides temporary financial relief to those facing hardship.
Conclusion
Understanding the different SASSA Grants available can be a helpful step towards accessing the financial support you or someone you know may need.
