Budget Boost Wallet (BBW), a short-term financial relief initiative launched by the Government of St. Kitts and Nevis, is set to benefit over 22,000 citizens across the Federation.

The initiative offers EC$250 monthly for six months to individuals earning $5,000 or less in gross income per month. The funds can be used for essential expenses such as food, utilities, and mortgages through a seamless and secure cashless platform powered by local digital service provider JAD. The JAD app is available for download on mobile devices via Google Play Store.

Cabinet Secretary Dr. Marcus Natta and Permanent Secretary of Social Development, Ms. Azilla Clarke, provided critical updates on Monday Jan. 13^th, on the registration processes, eligibility criteria, and the role of the JAD digital wallet in the program’s execution. Dr. Natta emphasized the government’s focus on targeted assistance during these challenging economic times.

Ms. Clarke noted that individuals who have previously been issued a digital wallet for government programs like Aspire or the Back-to-School initiative are automatically enrolled and do not need to re-register. However, for those new to government assistance, registration can be completed online via the JAD platform.

Payments will be made on the last working day of each month, and registration remains open until 11:59 PM the day before payments are processed. However, late registrations will not receive retroactive payments. Citizens are encouraged to ensure their contact details are up-to-date to avoid disruptions. For assistance, individuals can contact the Ministry of Social Development at 467-1370 or 662-5993.