2026 Universal Cash Handout Begins! 6,000 NTD to Be Distributed Starting Tomorrow — Eligible Residents in One Township Can Claim Immediately; Full List of 15 Counties and Cities Offering Additional Subsidies Across Taiwan

The central government's draft 'National Support Fund 2.0' Special Act, proposing a universal 10,000 NTD disbursement in 2026, has recently passed its first reading in the Legislative Yuan. In response, various local governments have announced their own regional cash incentive programs. The Huatan Township Office in Changhua County has officially declared that the '6,000 NTD Economic Revitalization Fund,' vital to the township's welfare, will begin disbursement in two phases starting tomorrow, July 20.

This revitalization fund is expected to benefit over 42,000 residents, with the township office distributing more than 258 million NTD in cash. Huatan Township Council Chairman Shen Wen-Sheng also publicly shared detailed collection rules via Facebook, urging eligible residents to prepare identification documents and seals before heading to designated locations.

2026 Huatan Township 6,000 NTD Cash Disbursement: Phase 1 Begins July 20 — 18 Villages to Receive Funds

According to the plan released by the Huatan Township Office and Chairman Shen Wen-Sheng, the 6,000 NTD revitalization fund will be distributed in two phases to ensure orderly and convenient access:

Phase 1: July 20 – August 14 (Fixed-Point Distribution in 18 Villages) From July 20 to August 14, distribution will occur daily from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM. Township staff will visit designated community centers, activity halls, or temples in 18 villages in sequence.

Phase 2: August 19 – November 30 (Make-Up Collection at Township Office) Residents who missed Phase 1 can collect their funds in person at the 'Huatan Township Office' every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM between August 19 and November 30. No late claims will be accepted.

2026 Huatan Township 6,000 NTD Cash Disbursement: Different Requirements for Individuals, Representatives, and Minors — 4 Key Points Not to Forget

Chairman Shen Wen-Sheng emphasized strict on-site verification due to the large total amount. Residents must bring corresponding documents based on their collection status to avoid unnecessary trips. Whether collecting on behalf of relatives or assisting minors, representatives must present their own ID and seal for verification.

1. Personal Collection: Must present the recipient’s original ID card and personal seal. 2. Collection by Family Representative: Required documents include a power of attorney, the principal’s ID, the representative’s original ID, and household register (or household transcript). 3. Collection for Minors: Must be handled by a legal guardian, who must present identification documents for both the guardian and the minor.

2026 Huatan Township 6,000 NTD Cash Disbursement: Designated Distribution Locations for Phase 1 (July–August)

- July 20: Wanya Village Activity Center - July 21: Huatan Village Huatan Community Activity Center - July 22: Qiaotou Village Shenghui Temple - July 23: Zhongzhuang Village Fu’an Temple - July 27: Zhongkou Village Mayor Chen Zhi-Cheng Service Office - July 28: San Chun Village San Chun Community Activity Center - July 29: Baisha Village Baisha Community Activity Center - July 30: Beikou Village Mingde Temple - July 31: Nankou Village Nankou Community Activity Center - August 3: Lunya Village Lunya Community Activity Center - August 4: Wende Village Ming Sheng Temple - August 6: Jindun Village Jindun Community Activity Center - August 7: Yanzhu Village Zhuang Family Ancestral Hall - August 10: Wandong Village Wandong Meeting Hall - August 11: Changsha Village Huatan Township Office Cultural Activity Center - August 12: Liucuo Village Liucuo Community Activity Center - August 13: Yongchun Village Fude Temple - August 14: Changchun Village Changchun Community Activity Center

2026 Nationwide Cash Subsidy Add-Ons: Summary by County, Township

The following table summarizes additional cash disbursement programs across Taiwan:

| County | Township | Amount | Distribution Date | Eligibility | |--------|----------|--------|-------------------|-------------| | Hsinchu County | Guanxi | 5,000 NTD (2,000 extra for low-income households) | August 2026 | Registered in Guanxi by May 29, 2026, and not moved out by disbursement date | | Hsinchu County | Hengshan | 5,000 NTD | July 14–16, 2026 | Registered in Hengshan by May 4, 2024 | | Miaoli County | Xihu | 5,000 NTD | Starting July 10, 2026 | Registered in Xihu by December 31, 2025 | | Miaoli County | Tongluo | 8,500 NTD | June 26 – July 3, 2026 | Registered in Tongluo by December 31, 2025, and still registered by April 30, 2026 | | Miaoli County | Sanwan | 5,000 NTD | July–August 2026 | Registered in Sanwan by January 31, 2026 | | Changhua County | Huatan | 6,000 NTD | Starting July 20, 2026 | Registered in Huatan by March 1, 2026 | | Nantou County | Ren'ai | 2,000 NTD | Starting June 30, 2026 | Registered in Ren'ai by June 30, 2026 | | Yunlin County | Linnei | 3,600 NTD | Phased from July 27 | Registered in Linnei by March 31, 2026 | | Yilan County | Toucheng | 3,000 NTD | July 2026 (pending council approval) | Registered in Toucheng by July 2026 | | Hualien County | Fuli | 3,000 NTD | May 19 – July 2, 2026 | Registered in Fuli by December 31, 2025 | | Hualien County | Fenglin | 3,000 NTD | Starting August 2026 | Registered in Fenglin by April 30, 2026 | | Hualien County | Shoufeng | 2,000 NTD | May 23–29, 2026 | Registered in Shoufeng by December 31, 2025 | | Hualien County | Guangfu | 10,000 NTD | Starting early September 2026 (registration from June 8) | Registered by May 26, 2026 | | Hualien County | Ruixi | 3,000 NTD | July 27 – August 25, 2026 | Registered in Ruixi by March 31, 2026 | | Hualien County | Wanrong | 5,000 NTD | Starting September 1, 2026 | Registered in Wanrong by May 26, 2026 | | Taitung County | Donghe | 3,000 NTD | June 10 – July 31, 2026 | Continuously registered in Donghe for 6 months before March 20, 2026, and still registered | | Penghu County | Huxi | 5,000 NTD | Until June 30, 2026 | Registered in Huxi on March 29, 2026 (including newborns registered by June 30, 2026, with one parent registered on base date) | | Penghu County | Qimei | 10,000 NTD | Until May 30, 2026 | Registered in Qimei by January 29, 2026 (including newborns) | | Penghu County | Xiyu | 10,000 NTD | June 2 – July 31, 2026 | Registered in Xiyu by April 30, 2026 |

Frequently Asked Questions

Q1: How much revitalization money can each person receive in Huatan Township, Changhua County? How many people will benefit? A: Each resident will receive 6,000 NTD. Approximately 42,000 residents are expected to benefit, with a total disbursement exceeding 258 million NTD.

Q2: When is the first phase of distribution? What are the daily collection hours? A: Phase 1 runs from July 20 to August 14. Distribution occurs daily from 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM at designated village locations such as community centers and temples.

Q3: What if I miss the first phase? Can I still collect later? A: Yes. Unclaimed funds can be collected during Phase 2, every Wednesday from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM between August 19 and November 30 at the Huatan Township Office.

Q5: Who can collect on behalf of a minor child? A: A legal guardian must handle the collection, presenting identification documents for both the guardian and the child.