GRANTS: Matching Grants

The Matching Grant supports the generosity of other associates. This grant may assist in situations where the Direct Grant cannot, whether due to ineligible circumstances (i.e., divorce/separation), or ineligible expenses (i.e., past due auto loans). The Matching Grant can also be used to cover a balance which exceeds the amount covered by the Direct Grant. Through the Matching Grant, associates may take up a collection of cash or checks to help another associate in need (see guidelines below). The Homer Fund will match the collection $2 for every $1 collected, up to a maximum grant of $5,000.

While the Matching Grant can cover many circumstances that may not meet the criteria for the Direct Grant, eligibility is not guaranteed. Certain situations may not be appropriate when asking other associates to donate money (i.e., raising bail money or helping an associate buy a new car). Also, money collected outside the following guidelines will not be matched:

• Fundraisers of any sort must be done in-store and available to associates only; this includes luncheons, bake sales, car washes, etc.
• The Homer Fund will only match funds donated by associates
  • Donations from vendors, customers, family members or other members of the community will not be matched
• Money from the associate in need may not be included in the collection amount as these funds are not eligible for matching
• The Homer Fund will not match an individual donation of more than $500
• Money donated by an associate should be given with the understanding that the donation is a gift, not a loan
  • Loaning money to an associate in need for purposes of matching is a violation of the Matching Grant guidelines

CLICK HERE to apply.

A password is required and may only be used by an authorized sponsor (i.e., ASDS, HRM, ASM/Ops Mgr, SM, SSC Dept. Mgr, Director or above).
If you don't know the password, send an e-mail to Homer_Fund@homedepot.com.
IMPORTANT: Please make sure you click "Save and Submit" to ensure your application is successfully submitted.