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Discover the names approved by the Federal Government for this specific program. The grants can reach R$ 15,000!
This Monday (21), the Federal Government announced the names of those selected who are entitled to receive up to R$ 15,000. In total, 7,000 people are part of this round of aid from the Ministry of Sports, providing financial support to national athletes.
The list of beneficiaries appeared in today's Official Gazette of the Union. Therefore, the government allocated R$ 78 million to cover the grants for the different Brazilian categories. This effort is part of Bolsa Atleta, a program in place since 2005 dedicated to supporting athletes at an elite level.
How much do those selected for the Bolsa Atleta Program earn?
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According to data from Agência Brasil, each category has a set amount. Athletes are categorized from beginners to those at the Podium level. See how much each group earns per month:
- Development/student athlete: R$ 370;
- National athlete: R$ 925;
- International athlete: R$ 1,850;
- Olympic/Paralympic athlete: R$ 3,100;
- Podium athlete: between R$ 5,000 and R$ 15,000 per month.
During the 2021 Olympics, it became evident that 90.4% of the national podium finishes included athletes who benefited, demonstrating the relevance of this initiative to their achievements.
Check out some medalists included on the list
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Among those benefiting from the Federal Government's Bolsa Atleta program, we find names who shone in championships and Olympic Games, serving as role models for Brazil.
Among them, we highlight Arthur Zanetti, a celebrated Olympic gymnast, who receives the scholarship in the same category. The women's team forward, Bia Zaneratto, also benefits, as does the renowned Brazilian player Marta. In addition, swimmer Marcelo Chierighini also appears on the list.
In conclusion, it is worth mentioning that Bolsa Pódio is intended for athletes ranked among the top 20 in the global rankings for their disciplines. Furthermore, to qualify as beneficiaries, they must meet specific criteria for each situation.
