Requirements

• Must be a current employee, family member of employee or a community resident with a direct referral from a club member, employee, or community leader

• Must demonstrate an urgent, temporary need (this is not a long-term support program)

• Must be willing to provide documentation to verify circumstances

• Applicants may only receive assistance once per calendar year, unless approved by the Board in exceptional cases

Application & Vetting Process

1. Initial Inquiry

   • Application begins with an online or paper submission using our Confidential Assistance Request Form

   • Forms can also be submitted by a sponsor on behalf of someone in need

2. Review by Committee

   • The Foundation Board will review the request within 3–5 business days

   • Urgent/emergency requests will be prioritized for same-day/next-day evaluation

3. Verification

   • We may request supporting documentation such as:

     • Pay stubs, lease agreements, medical bills, utility disconnection notices, etc.

   • A phone interview or in-person meeting may be scheduled if more context is needed

4. Decision & Distribution

   • Once approved, funds or assistance are distributed promptly

   • Payment is made directly to service providers (e.g., landlord, utility company, hospital) 

5. Follow-Up

   • A follow-up check-in is conducted 2–4 weeks after assistance to ensure stability and offer continued support if needed

Confidentiality

All requests are handled with the highest level of discretion. Only the board members will see applicant details, and no information is ever shared outside the Foundation unless required by law.

Contact & Submission

To request support or refer someone in need:

• Email: info@stccc.foundation