One-Time Cash Benefit: 'School Student's Package'
During the 2026–2027 school year, families in Ukraine's government-controlled regions can get a one-time payout of 5,000 hryvnias for every child starting first grade. The payment is made for each qualifying child, so a household with two new first-graders, for instance, would receive two separate payments. Parents, adoptive parents, and other legal guardians are all entitled to apply.
The initiative, developed to ease the financial weight of the back-to-school season, is part of a wider series of state support programs. Online applications are handled through the Diia app, Ukraine's main digital government portal.
Eligibility and How to Apply
Those with legal responsibility for a child entering school in the specified period — parents, adopters, or other guardians — can claim the payout. An application must be filed, and this can be done either electronically or in person.
- For the online route, sign in to the Diia app, select the 'State Support' service, choose 'School Student's Package,' provide the child's details, and confirm the submission.
- Online filing requires a Diia Card with a dedicated 'Care for Child' account, or you can open such a card at an authorized bank.
- If Diia is not an option, visit any service center of Ukraine's Pension Fund and submit the application there.
The application must contain the bank details of a current account at an authorized bank.
Thus, the 'School Student's Package' program is designed to support families at the start of their children's schooling by offering a direct cash injection at the beginning of the academic year.
Launching this program is a significant step in helping households as their children begin formal education.
This assistance reduces the financial load on families, particularly during economic instability. With rising education costs, the money helps parents purchase necessary school supplies and other materials for their kids.
As families prepare for the upcoming school year, it's essential to stay informed about all available support options. For instance, the recent announcement regarding a one-time benefit of 5,000 hryvnias for families with first-graders highlights the government's commitment to easing financial burdens. To learn more about this initiative and its implications for Ukrainian families, you can read further details in our article about financial aid for first-grade students.