Funding Amount

Up to $1,000 per calendar year

Deadline

Rolling / Open

Grant Type

foundation

Overview

Employee Assistance Fund

Eligibility: WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals employees (full-time, part-time, and per diem)

Geographic Scope: West Virginia, US (WVU Medicine Thomas Hospitals employees only)

Purpose: Provides financial assistance to employees who have experienced a qualifying event or severe financial issues

    Qualifying Events

  • House fire or flooding
  • Untimely death in the family
  • Need to escape a dangerous living condition
  • Severe financial issues (past due bills, eviction notice, utility termination notice)

    Award Details

  • Maximum Amount: Up to $1,000 per calendar year
  • Application Frequency: Applicants may apply for the full amount one time or apply multiple times during the year, totaling up to $1,000 maximum
  • Funding Source: Employee donations through the Employee Giving Program
  • Administration: Managed by the Human Resources Department

Contact Information:

  • Human Resources: (304) 766-5660

  • Foundation: (304) 766-4340 or THOMFoundation@wvumedicine.org
  • How to Apply

    How to Apply

    1. Obtain Application Form: Request the Employee Assistance Application from Human Resources
    2. Complete Application: Fill out the Employee Assistance Application form
    3. Gather Supporting Documents: Include documentation for your qualifying event, such as:
    - House fire or flood: photos of damaged residence
    - Untimely death in the family: copy of obituary
    - Severe financial issues: past due bills, notice of eviction, notice of termination of utility services
    4. Submit Application: Submit the completed application and supporting documents to the Human Resources (HR) department
    5. Review Process: A committee will review your application and supporting documents
    6. Notification: An HR representative will notify you via phone if your application has been approved

      Required Materials

    • Employee Assistance Application form
    • Supporting documentation relevant to your qualifying event

    Contact for Applications:

  • Human Resources: (304) 766-5660
  • Focus Areas & Funding Uses

    Fields of Work

    hardship

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