Gwangyang-si Begins Distribution of COVID-19 Coexistence National Support Fund

Expecting Synergy Effects Along with Gwangyang City's Second Emergency Disaster Living Expenses

[Asia Economy Honam Reporting Headquarters, Reporter Heo Seon-sik] It has been announced that the ‘COVID-19 Coexistence National Support Fund,’ which provides approximately 250,000 KRW per person to about 88% of the entire population, will be implemented starting from the 6th.

The National Support Fund will be given to eligible recipients whose ‘combined household health insurance premiums for June 2021’ fall below the selection criteria (see Appendix 1). In Gwangyang City, as of the end of June, 127,791 people, accounting for 84.9% of the population, qualify.

The government’s National Support Fund application process is as follows: ▲ From September 6, applications for credit and debit card point recharge can be made via card company websites and apps ▲ From September 13, applications for credit and debit card point recharge at bank counters and for Gwangyang Love Gift Certificates at eup/myeon/dong community centers will begin.

The National Support Fund can be applied for over approximately two months until October 29, and any unclaimed funds will be reclaimed by the state and local governments.

The National Support Fund is designed to support those affected by the prolonged COVID-19 pandemic and to help revitalize the local economy by restricting usage locations and periods.

Gwangyang citizens can only use the received credit/debit card point recharge funds and local love gift certificates at Gwangyang Love Gift Certificate affiliated stores within the region.

Specifically, usage is allowed at traditional markets, neighborhood supermarkets, restaurants, hair salons, pharmacies, optical shops, clothing stores, academies, hospitals, and franchise affiliates (convenience stores, bakeries, cafes, chicken restaurants, etc.). However, usage is prohibited at complex shopping malls, large discount stores, corporate supermarkets, entertainment businesses, home shopping, and large online malls.

The National Support Fund can be used for about four months until December 31, and any unused balance within the period will be reclaimed by the state and local governments.

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