--- title: "First 308 Million UAH: How the 'School Package' Program Launches in 2026" description: "🇺🇦 The first 308 million UAH has already been paid out under the 'School Package' program 2026! 💰 Almost 61,000 families received 5,000 UAH each for first-graders. Apply via 'Diia' or PFU. Remaining applications are being processed — no need to re-apply! 📚✏️ #Ukraine #SchoolPackage #SocialSupport #Education2026" date: 2026-08-07T17:38:00.000Z lang: en url: https://xab.info/en/posts/school-package-2026-first-payments-308-million-uah tags: [ukraine-social-program, school-pack-2026, ministry-of-social-policy, digital-government, education-support] publisher: "XAB.info" --- # First 308 Million UAH: How the 'School Package' Program Launches in 2026 ![Schoolchildren in yellow scarves in a decorated classroom, illustrating the launch of the 'School Package' program in 2026](https://xab.info/media/2026/08/07/pakhet-shkolnika-2026-pervye-vyplaty-308-mln-griven/pakhet-shkolnika-2026-pervye-vyplaty-308-mln-griven-1.webp) ## 🎯 Key Points - The Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine began payments under the 'School Package' program in August 2026. - At the start, more than 308 million UAH was received by nearly 61,000 families. - Each family receives 5,000 UAH per first-grader. - Application is possible via the 'Diia' app or in person at the PFU. - Remaining applications are being processed — no need to re-apply. In August 2026, the Ministry of Social Policy of Ukraine began implementing one of the most anticipated social programs of the year — the 'School Package'. At the start of the project, the state has already transferred more than 308 million hryvnias to nearly 61,000 families whose children are starting school for the first time this year. This has become an important signal for parents: the system is working, and assistance is indeed reaching the intended recipients. ### Scale of the program and speed of payments According to the Ministry of Social Policy, more than 99,000 applications were processed in the first stage. Parents submitted them through the Pension Fund of Ukraine (PFU) and the 'Diia' mobile application. By mid-August, about 61% of applicants had received payments. The remaining applications are being processed — the ministry emphasizes that delays are due to high system load, not errors in the documents. Each eligible family will receive 5,000 hryvnias per first-grader. These funds are intended to cover expenses for textbooks, stationery, uniforms, shoes, and other necessary items. The program is designed to support families during the preparation period for the new school year, which traditionally begins in September. ### Who can receive the payment and how to apply The right to receive the 'School Package' belongs to parents, official adopters, or legal guardians of children who are enrolling in general education institutions for the first time in 2026. Application can be made in two ways: online via the 'Diia' app or in person at any PFU service center. For guardians of orphans and children deprived of parental care, a separate procedure is provided — they must apply in person at a PFU service center. This is due to the need for additional verification of documents and guardian status. ### Contradictory data While the Ministry of Social Policy reports that payments began in August 2026, earlier media reports suggested a possible postponement of the program launch to the beginning of the following week (Source ID 1). However, according to current data as of August 7, 2026, payments have already started, and delays are of a technical nature, not organizational. It is also worth noting that in 2025, more than 200,000 children received the program, and the application period continued until November 15. This year, the process appears to be accelerated — possibly due to the experience of the previous year and optimization of the system's work. ### What parents and experts say Parents who have already received payments note the convenience of online application and the speed of fund transfer. Many used the money specifically for buying school uniforms and stationery, as planned. Experts in the field of social policy call the program an important step towards reducing the financial burden on families on the eve of the school year. At the same time, some parents express concern that not all applications have been processed yet. The Ministry of Social Policy assures that everyone who has submitted documents and meets the conditions will receive payments in full. Re-application is not required. ### Prospects for program development The successful launch of the 'School Package' in 2026 could become the basis for expanding the program in the future. Perhaps in the coming years, payments will be received not only by first-graders but also by children in other grades, especially from low-income families. There is also consideration of increasing the payment amount taking into account inflation and rising prices for school supplies. Importantly, the program has already proven itself as an effective tool for social support. Its implementation demonstrates the state's ability to respond promptly to citizens' needs and implement digital solutions to simplify access to assistance. ## 🔍 Fact-Check Verification - [Launch of the 'School Package' postponed to the beginning of next week](https://novosti.ua/society/mintsifra-otlozhila-zapusk-paketa-shkolnika-na-nachalo-nedeli) - Ранее сообщалось о переносе старта, но текущие данные показывают, что выплаты уже начаты — вероятно, задержка была технической. - ['School Package': who can receive the payment](https://zn.ua/UKRAINE/shkolnyj-nabor-kto-mozhet-poluchit-vyplatu.html) - Подтверждено по источнику zn.ua - [5,000 UAH per child: when parents of first-graders will receive 'School Package' payments](https://www.rbc.ua/ukr/news/5000-griven-ditinu-koli-batki-pershoklasnikiv-1783087159.html) - Подтверждает начало выплат в августе 2026 года, сумму 5000 грн, количество получателей и способы оформления. ## ❓ FAQ ### Q: Who can receive the payment under the 'School Package' program? **A:** Parents, official adopters, or legal guardians of children who are enrolling in school for the first time in 2026. Guardians of orphans apply for the payment in person at the PFU. ### Q: How much is the payment? **A:** 5,000 UAH per first-grader. ### Q: How to apply for the payment? **A:** Online via the 'Diia' app or in person at a service center of the Pension Fund of Ukraine. ### Q: What to do if the application has not yet been processed? **A:** No need to worry — all applications meeting the conditions will be processed. Re-application is not required. ### Q: What can the money be spent on? **A:** On the purchase of books, stationery, school uniforms, shoes, and other necessary supplies.