Assistance of a total amount of Rs.12,000 per FC per annum is provided for a period of 3 years towards meeting maintenance expenses, awareness meets Workshops and meet with expert programmes for trainings and capacity building of FC as per the calendar of activities charted. Further, FC promoting NGOs are eligible for honorarium of Rs. 3000/- to Rs.6000/- per FC per annum for a period of 3 years for hand holding and guidance, depending on the number of members.