Programs & perks
Will Hormel help with adoption costs?
Help with eligible adoption expenses, subject to policy conditions.
At a glance
Maximum
$10,000† per child / household
Service requirement
At least 1 year
Window
Within 12 months† of finalization
Eligibility conditions
- At least one year of service.
- Eligible within 12 months of finalized adoption, as worded in the book.
- Actively employed or on authorized leave at reimbursement.
- When both parents are eligible, the household maximum applies jointly.
Reimbursement limit
Up to $10,000 for eligible expenses per child, per household. The book does not list every eligible expense or document requirement.
Find the policy
- 1
In Pivot: Knowledge Resources / Policy Library.
- 2
Search for adoption assistance.
- 3
Confirm required documentation and the timing of your application with HR.
Do this
Review the adoption-assistance policy before applying.
More detail
Earlier expenses
Expenses incurred in the first year of employment can count if you reach one year of service before applying.
Before you decide
The source adoption paragraph omits who reimburses. The official adoption-assistance policy must establish the responsible party and terms.
Who to call
Questions? Horizon Solution Center · (866) 449-7712†
Read more in the 2027 guide, page 3 ›