THE HANOI TIMES — The Hanoi chapter of the Vietnam Fatherland Front (VFF) has proposed a budget of nearly VND80 billion (US$3 million) to distribute approximately 90,000 gifts to near-poor and disadvantaged households across the city in celebration of the 2026 Tet holiday.
Of this total, VND5.28 billion (US$201,000) from the municipal “For the Poor” Fund will fund 5,280 gift packages, each valued at VND1 million (US$38), for the upcoming Lunar New Year.
In addition to these funds, the committee will organize various initiatives to support union members and workers facing hardships during Tet. Approximately 84,000 gift packages, totaling around VND74.5 billion (US$2.8 million), are expected to be distributed.
The Hanoi VFF Committee distributed gifts to disadvantaged households in Hai Ba Trung Ward during the 2025 Lunar New Year. Photo: Kinh te & Do thi
A key event, “Compassionate Spring – Sharing Tet,” is scheduled for February 5 in Thuong Tin commune, aiming to provide gifts to vulnerable groups while fostering community compassion and solidarity.
Beneficiaries include policy beneficiary families, ethnic minority workers, individuals unable to return home for years, and those on duty during the holiday. Priority will be given to those facing severe hardships, workplace accidents, illness, job loss, reduced working hours, or unpaid wages and bonuses.
Municipal authorities will also implement practical initiatives during Tet, such as online Tet markets, visits and gift-giving to individuals with meritorious services, and Tet visits to on-duty armed forces units.
Over 6 Million Vietnamese to Receive Cash Gifts
More than 6.2 million people across Vietnam, including meritorious service recipients, social protection beneficiaries, and other vulnerable groups, will receive a cash gift of VND400,000 (US$15) per person to commemorate the 14th National Party Congress and Lunar New Year celebrations.
The Hanoi Women’s Union distributed gifts to disadvantaged families during the 2025 Tet holiday.
The Ministry of Finance has confirmed the full transfer of VND2.513 trillion (US$95.6 million) to provinces and cities for gift-giving programs marking the 14th National Party Congress (January 19–25 in Hanoi) and Tet (mid-February).
Local authorities are responsible for distributing the gifts accurately, transparently, and on time.
In total, 6.3 million individuals will benefit, including 1.6 million with meritorious service to the revolution and 4.6 million social protection and pension beneficiaries.
Tet, Vietnam’s most significant traditional holiday, is celebrated with family reunions, cultural activities, and nationwide travel.
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