$50,000 one-off grant for persons with disabilities – Pres. Ali announces

All persons living with disabilities in Guyana will receive a one-off $50,000 cash grant before the end of this month, President Dr. Irfaan Ali announced on Wednesday.

“I am pleased to announce that I have instructed that a one off grant of $50,000 be paid to every disabled person before the end of this month,” President Ali said.

He made the announcement while addressing a Christmas luncheon held in observation of International Day for Persons with Disabilities.

The payout will deliver $1.4 billion in direct assistance to more than 27,000 vulnerable citizens.

According to President Ali, the initiative aligns with his government’s broader commitment to building a fully inclusive society.

“Our mission is to create an environment where the disabled can fully participate in all aspects of national life, pursue your dreams, and contribute meaningfully to our nation’s growth.

“Together we will continue to build a unified, inclusive Guyana where no one is left behind,” Dr Ali said.

The $50,000 payout adds to a series of disability-support grants introduced in recent years.

In 2022, the government launched a $100,000 one-off grant for children with permanent disabilities, followed by a $35,000 cash grant issued in late 2024 for all registered persons with disabilities.