How to Get Grant Help Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Is a “pass the hat” concept where associates collect money to help another associate in need and The Homer Fund supports the effort through a match of the collection. Matching Grants can assist up to $5,000 per qualifying situation.* MATCHING GRANT Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Sponsor submits electronic application, Disclosure Form and supporting docs to HF HF staff receives and reviews the grant information. A decision is made within 2 days. HF Team ships check based on associate’s documented need and amount collected. Step 1 Step 2 Associate in need notifies ASDS or manager of hardship & requests help Associate provides supporting documentation to ASDS or manager based on the hardship Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Sponsor submits electronic application, Prep Pack and supporting docs to HF HF staff receives and reviews the grant information. A decision is made within 7 days. HF Team ships check based on associate’s documented need. Supports associates facing an unexpected difficulty or tragedy. It can help pay past-due basic living expenses such as rent or mortgage and household utilities up to $10,0000 based on the documented need. Qualifying requests require both an eligible event and an eligible expense. DIRECT GRANT * Matching Grant can help cover expenses not covered by a Direct Grant such as car loans or non-essential utilities.