- link Copy Url - [ Share on twitter ](https://twitter.com/intent/tweet?text=The Homer Fund: Taking Care of Our People Through Tough Times https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/312846?absolute=1&via=3blnews "link to 3 B L Media's Twitter") - [ Share on linkedin ](https://www.linkedin.com/shareArticle?mini=true&url=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/312846?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Linkedin") - [ Share on facebook ](https://www.facebook.com/sharer/sharer.php?u=https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/312846?absolute=1 "link to 3 B L Media's Facebook") - [ email Share via email ](mailto:?subject=The Homer Fund: Taking Care of Our People Through Tough Times&body=ESG News from The Home Depot https://www.3blmedia.com/markdownify/node/312846?absolute=1 "Share via email") [Responsible Business & Employee Engagement](/CSR-News/responsible-business-employee-engagement) # The Homer Fund: Taking Care of Our People Through Tough Times Jan 15, 2021 9:00 AM ET Campaign: [Strengthen Communities](/news/campaign/strengthen-communities) ![](/sites/default/files/styles/carousel_2x/public/images/BFS_Operation_Surprise_935-01.png) 2020 brought many unexpected and life-changing events, from the COVID-19 pandemic to a seemingly endless lineup of natural disasters. Through it all, [The Homer Fund](https://corporate.homedepot.com/responsibility/people/homer-fund) — a nonprofit charity funded by contributions from The Home Depot associates, for associates — offered support during times of need. Homer Fund grants given to associates help those experiencing loss of childcare, the need to quarantine, emergency travel expenses, a spouse’s unemployment or, sadly, funeral expenses. Last year, more than $16.4 million was awarded to 7,000 associates facing hardships. More than $2 million was awarded to those affected by COVID-19. In 2020, The Homer Fund processed grants related to natural disasters for 12 consecutive months. Some disasters were large and impacted many associates, such as [hurricanes and wildfires](https://corporate.homedepot.com/newsroom/hurricane-laura-california-wildfires-commitment). Others were localized events, like [tornadoes](https://corporate.homedepot.com/newsroom/tennessee-tornado-relief) and severe weather storms. Emergency funds that were issued assisted with temporary shelter and food due to evacuations and loss of electricity. More funding was available for those who required assistance with additional expenses like home repairs, establishing a new residence or replacing damaged furniture and clothing. To learn more about The Homer Fund, go to . Keep up with all the latest Home Depot news! [Subscribe](https://corporate.homedepot.com/subscribe) to our bi-weekly news update and get the top Built from Scratch stories delivered straight to your inbox. [![](/sites/default/files/Clients/The-Home-Depot-logo.jpg)](/profiles/home-depot) ### More from The Home Depot ###### [The Home Depot Foundation Invests $10 Million To Help Veterans Age in Place, Avoid Homelessness](/news/home-depot-foundation-invests-10-million-help-veterans-age-place-avoid-homelessness) Nov 12, 2024 9:15 AM ET ###### [Operation Surprise 2024: The Home Depot Foundation’s Tribute to Service ](/news/operation-surprise-2024-home-depot-foundations-tribute-service) Nov 1, 2024 9:30 AM ET ###### [The Home Depot Foundation Commits $3 Million to Hurricane Relief Efforts](/news/home-depot-foundation-commits-3-million-hurricane-relief-efforts) Oct 30, 2024 11:00 AM ET ###### [The Home Depot Earns 2024 Partner of the Year Awards From the EPA](/news/home-depot-earns-2024-partner-year-awards-epa) Oct 1, 2024 10:15 AM ET ###### [Unlocking New Trades Opportunities for the Next Generation with The Home Depot Foundation’s Path to Pro](/news/unlocking-new-trades-opportunities-next-generation-home-depot-foundations-path-pro) Sep 23, 2024 10:10 AM ET ###### [The Home Depot Achieves Milestone in Eliminating Harmful Packaging Materials](/news/home-depot-achieves-milestone-eliminating-harmful-packaging-materials) Sep 18, 2024 12:00 PM ET ###### [A Hero’s New Beginning: Sgt. Tu’ufuli’s Journey to an Accessible Home](/news/heros-new-beginning-sgt-tuufulis-journey-accessible-home) Sep 9, 2024 12:00 PM ET ###### [A Milestone of Care: The Home Depot’s Legacy of Support for Associates](/news/milestone-care-home-depots-legacy-support-associates) Jul 23, 2024 10:00 AM ET