TIPS FOR A SUCCESSFUL GRANT SUBMISSION
- To qualify for the Direct Grant an associate MUST have a qualifying circumstance AND qualifying expenses.
- Ensure the Direct Prep Packet is completed in its entirety.
- Advise associate he/she must have an active role throughout the review process.
- Lack of appropriate documentation will result in an immediate declination, prolonging potential assistance to the associate.
- Direct Grants are processed within 7-10 business days from the date of receipt of a COMPLETE application.
- Checks are made payable to the creditor.
- Checks are sent overnight to the associate’s store. Associates on LOA will receive checks mailed to the address on file.
- Grants are only to be submitted by authorized sponsors (ASDS and any salaried manager).
All grants are urgent . Complete applications are processed in the order they are received. Incomplete applications are declined and the ability to help the associate is delayed.