… … HEERF Information HEERF Quarterly Report CARES DISTRIBUTION CARES Distribution The Higher Education Emergency Relief Fund authorized by the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act (CARES Act), was signed into law on March 27, 2020 … Criteria through CARES ACT Application process: Meet the California College Promise Grant eligibility requirement. Have completed the FAFSA Application, Dream Act or the California College Promise Grant Application. Not have an overpayment from … utility bills, eviction notice, etc. Not have received CARES Act funding from any other educational institution. Submit a completed CARES Act Emergency Assistance Grant Application. The 2 nd type of award was for financial aid students who met the …