You can earn up to $2,000 in HERO grants this year!
($1,000 per semester if you qualify)
❓FAQ
Q: What do I need to qualify for a grant?
Earn 10 mentor meeting badges + 2 elective badges each semester.
Q: How do I earn a badge?
Submit your Feedback Form after every mentoring meeting or elective. Each Feedback Form = a badge!
Q: How will I receive my grant?
Choose direct deposit (fast + easy) or paper check.
👉 Just make sure you complete your Financial Form (see details below).
Q: When will I get my grant?
After the end of each semester, qualifying mentees receive a $1,000 grant.
Pro Tip: Stay on top of your Feedback Forms so you do not miss out on your HERO grants!
📅 Important Dates
Fall Semester
Deadline: Earn all 12 badges (10 mentor + 2 elective) by January 19, 2027.
Grant Distribution: Fall HERO grants will be sent during the week of February 8, 2027.
Spring Semester
Deadline: Earn all 12 badges (10 mentor + 2 elective) by TBD.
Grant Distribution: Spring HERO grants will be sent during the week of TBD.
Eligible mentees must complete the financial form in order to receive their HERO grants. The form includes two parts:
- W-9 tax information
- Complete with your name and SSN/ITIN.
- Payment type
- Select direct deposit or a paper check.
- For direct deposit, the bank account must be in your name; joint accounts are permitted.
- Paper checks will be sent to the address listed on the form.
Your Financial Form is due by January 4, 2027; late submissions may result in a delay of your grant distribution.
How to Access Financial Form:
- Log in to My Her Honor.
- Click on the “Edit My Profile” button under your picture.
- Click the link for “HERO Grant Form”
