Things to Know

DIRECT GRANT

• 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 5-7 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).

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MATCHING GRANT

• Matching Grants require a COMPLETED Pre Approval form and a copy of the bill or expense for which payment is required. One without the other will result
  in an immediate declination.
• Matching Grants pre-approvals are processed with 24-48 hours contingent if all documentation is received.
• Homer Fund applications may only be submitted through an authorized sponsor (ASDS or any salaried manager).
• Monies collected not authorized by sponsor should not be counted towards match.
• Checks are sent overnight to the associate’s store.
• Associates on LOA will receive checks mailed to the address on file.
• Checks are made payable to creditor.
• Matching Grant awards will match $2-for-$1 or up to the associate's actual need.
• Provide accurate information: correct emails & associate ID's.

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.

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How to Apply

1. Ensure the associate has taken the Eligibility Quick Test
2. Log into your personal Homer Fund account
3. If you have not created a personal account, contact The Homer Fund at Homer_Fund@homedepot.com for assistance.