Prosperidad Social, the national welfare agency, has officially launched the distribution of funds for cycle 4 of the Colombia Mayor program. This payment cycle, one of the most significant resource mobilizations of the semester, is designed to ensure the economic security of vulnerable older adults throughout the country. 
Payment Schedule and Timeline
According to the agency’s director, Mauricio Rodríguez Amaya, the cash transfers will begin on May 11 and continue until May 27, 2026. Beneficiaries are advised to check their specific municipal dates to avoid crowding at collection points.
Historical Investment for Social Welfare
For this fourth cycle, the government has allocated over 700,086 million pesos, a record investment aimed at covering the basic needs of nearly 3 million older adults enrolled in the program. This financial deployment not only seeks to alleviate extreme poverty but also to stimulate local economies through beneficiary spending in communities across Colombia.
Beneficiary Groups and Distribution
Colombia Mayor emphasizes an inclusive and differentiated approach. Among the beneficiaries of this cycle are special protection groups:
– Indigenous communities: 146,969 people from various native groups will receive the incentive.
– BEPS scheme: 16,954 beneficiaries under the Periodic Economic Benefits scheme will also see their transfers credited.
How and Where to Claim Payment
Funds will be delivered through a giro (money transfer) system. To ensure full coverage, even in remote areas, Prosperidad Social has partnered with the temporary union formed by SuRed and SuperGiros. Beneficiaries must visit authorized payment points with their original identification documents. For those with reduced mobility or health issues, authorized third-party collection mechanisms, such as legally notarized powers of attorney or home delivery services in exceptional cases, are available.
Transparency and Security: Cross-Referencing with Sisbén IV
To ensure funds reach those most in need, strict technical controls are in place. Selection and validation are based on Sisbén IV criteria, supplemented by real-time cross-referencing with databases from:
– National Registry (to verify survival and document validity)
– Colpensiones (to confirm the beneficiary does not already receive a pension)
– ADRES (to check health system status)
Fraud Warnings
Prosperidad Social emphasizes that all program procedures are free and do not require intermediaries or paid registrations. Older adults and their families are urged to use only official channels—such as the website, official WhatsApp, and regional management offices—to avoid being scammed.