APPLY FOR A HOPE GRANT

Hope Grants are funded by the HopeWin community to support individuals and families facing real financial hardship.

You may submit an application at any time. Grants are awarded based on available funds, community priorities, and eligibility at the time funding is issued. Submitting an application does not guarantee funding.

WHO CAN APPLY

  • U.S. residents
  • Individuals experiencing financial hardship

Hope Grants are awarded based on available funds and responsible program capacity.

As HopeWin grows, funding will expand to support more individuals over time. Applications may remain under consideration until funding becomes available.

IMPORTANT NOTES

  • Please avoid submitting multiple applications unless your situation has changed or you have new information to share
  • Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis and remain under consideration as funding becomes available
  • Funding depends on available Hope Grant resources
  • Important: Please check your emails spam, junk, or promotional folders for HopeWin emails and mark them as “Not Spam” to ensure you receive important updates regarding your Hope Grant application.

We understand this can be difficult

Asking for help isn’t always easy. Every application is reviewed privately, thoughtfully, and with respect.

Growing together

In the early stages of the Hope Grant program, grants may be modest so support can reach more people.

As the HopeWin community grows, both the number of grants and the amount of support will expand over time.

PRIVACY

We respect your privacy and will never sell or share your personal information.

Your information stays protected

All applications are reviewed privately and only used to evaluate and process Hope Grants.

Sharing your story

As part of the Hope Grants program, a brief, anonymized version of approved stories may be shared with the community to show impact. This will only include a first name (or nickname) and general location (state). Personal or sensitive details will never be published.

Respectful storytelling

Stories shared publicly will be edited or summarized to protect your privacy while still showing the impact of community support.

REVIEW TIMELINE

Applications are reviewed on a rolling basis.

Decisions and funding timelines depend on available funds, application volume, and program capacity.

We aim to respond as quickly as possible, and all applications remain under consideration as funding becomes available.

HOW GRANTS ARE DECIDED

We read every application with care. Decisions are based on available funds, urgency, clarity of need, and community priorities.

If we can’t help immediately, applications may remain under consideration for future funding cycles.

Hope Grant amounts are expected to grow over time as our community and funding continue to expand, allowing us to support more people in bigger ways.

HOW HOPE GRANTS ARE PAID

If selected for a Hope Grant, you will receive your funds safely and securely.

💳 Simple, secure payment options

HopeWin Foundation distributes grants through:

  • PayPal
  • Venmo
  • Cash App
  • Mailed check

You will never be asked to share your bank account number, routing number, or login information.

📩 What happens next

If selected, you’ll receive an email notification to confirm your details and preferred payment method.

You can also track your application status anytime through your member dashboard, where updates will always be available.

Grants are typically issued within 3 to 5 business days after confirmation, depending on verification and availability.

🔒 Your security matters

HopeWin will never ask for your passwords or personal banking credentials.

ABOUT TAXES AND DOCUMENTATION

Hope Grants are provided as charitable assistance and are not payments for services.

📊 What this means

In most cases, Hope Grants are not treated as income. However, individual circumstances can vary.

If you have questions about your specific situation, we recommend speaking with a tax professional.

🧾 Simple and transparent

HopeWin Foundation maintains records of all grants for transparency and compliance.

In rare cases, we may reach out if any additional information or documentation is needed before funds are issued.

🧡 Our approach

We keep this process simple. Most recipients will not need to complete any additional tax forms.