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Food Assistance: How to Request

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O food aid It is a benefit that has become increasingly common in companies and institutions. Whether for workers in the private sector or public companies, this aid plays a fundamental role in ensuring the nutrition and well-being of beneficiaries.

Currently, there are specific laws that regulate such assistance and millions of Brazilian workers receive it on a monthly basis. To receive it, you must meet some basic requirements.

In this article, we will explore what food assistance is, who can count on this benefit, how to request it, the importance of this assistance and some final considerations on the subject.

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Food Allowance

Food Assistance: what is it?

O food aid, also known as food vouchers or meal vouchers, is a benefit offered by employers to their employees with the aim of helping with food-related expenses.

This benefit can be made available in the form of an electronic card, voucher or other means that allow the purchase of food in accredited establishments.

It is important to highlight that food assistance cannot be confused with the worker's salary, as its use is restricted to the acquisition of food and cannot be used for other purposes.

Who can count on this benefit?

O food aid It is offered both to workers in the private sector, governed by the Consolidation of Labor Laws (CLT), and to public servants from different government spheres.

In the private sector, offering the benefit is the employer's choice and is generally provided for in collective agreements or employment contracts. Many companies choose to offer this benefit as part of the compensation package to attract and retain talent.

For public servants, the granting of the benefit may depend on the standards established by the government sphere in which they work. In some cases, this benefit is guaranteed by law, while in others, it depends on the institution's internal policies.

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How to apply

The procedure for requesting the food aid varies according to the type of employment relationship. Below, we explain how it works for CLT workers and public servants:

CLT workers

  • The vast majority of companies include information about assistance in contracts, and it is a benefit granted automatically, that is, there is no need to request it;
  • If you have questions about your benefit, it is recommended that you contact HR to obtain accurate information;
  • In many companies, the food aid It is available through a card, accepted in numerous stores and food-related businesses.

GOVERNMENT EMPLOYEES

  • Public Servants must request their benefit digitally through the portal SOUGOV.BR;
  • When accessing the website, click on “Requests” and then “Food Allowance and Meal”;
  • Enter the exact date of the effective year where you want to request the benefit;
  • To confirm, tap “Request Assistance”;
  • Check the value of yours now food aid and agree to the terms;
  • Ready! The assistance was requested successfully, and if necessary, you can also cancel through this same channel

Importance of this aid

O food aid plays a crucial role in the lives of beneficiaries. In addition to contributing to improving quality of life, it offers the following benefits:

  • Adequate Nutrition: aid helps ensure that workers and public servants have access to adequate nutrition, which is essential to maintain health and well-being;
  • Spending Reduction: this benefit helps reduce food expenses, relieving the family budget and allowing beneficiaries to save more;
  • Talent Motivation and Retention: in the private sector, offering the benefit can be a strategy to attract and retain talent, demonstrating concern for the well-being of employees;
  • Stimulating the Local Economy: the use of food aid in local establishments contributes to the development of the region's economy, benefiting local traders.

Final considerations

O food aid It is a benefit that plays an important role in the lives of CLT workers and public servants. It helps ensure adequate nutrition, reduce expenses and improve quality of life. 

To request it, it is essential to understand the criteria established by the company or institution where you work and follow the appropriate procedure.

Therefore, whether you are a worker in the private sector or a public servant, this is a benefit that deserves attention and appreciation, as it contributes not only to your well-being, but also to the health of the local economy and the development of a more productive society. healthy and balanced.