Assessment on Benefits of Conditional Cash Transfer Program as an Aid in Alleviating the Life of the Poorest of the Poor at Santa Maria Bulacan

Abstract

The major purpose of this study is to determine the implementation Conditional Cash Transfer Program as perceived by the beneficiaries. Descriptive method was used in this study. Conditional Cash Transfer Program is one of the shortest ways to address the increasing frequency of poverty. This program undertakes to lift poor families from poverty, other things constant, and as long as the cash grant is continued. In the long run, however, cash transfers alone are less likely to suffice to stop the recurrence of poverty. Conditional Cash Transfer Program was known by most of the respondents through the DSWD employees. Findings showed that (1) most of the respondents highly allocated their cash incentives in food and education of their children; (2) “It Provides Income Support to Our Family” and “It Provides Our Children the Basic Education” were the most effective benefits as perceived by the respondents. (3) All of the aspects in measuring the effectiveness of the program were rated very much effective (4) The respondents want the continuity of the Conditional Cash Transfer Program from the existing to the next administration and they are anticipating much more livelihood project should be anchored on this program as the years go by.