(1) The grant applicant must submit:

(a) A completed MMFRF Form 2 to the Department of Military Affairs, ATTN: Centralized Services.

(b) With the completed MMFRF Form 2, the applicant must supply one, but may supply both, of the following to support the application:

(i) a copy of a payroll record from the member's civilian employer that indicates the member's monthly salary plus a copy of a military payroll record that indicates the member's monthly salary; alternatively, the applicant must provide proof that the member's monthly military pay and allowances, combined, are at least 30% less than the member's monthly civilian wages or income; or

(ii) proof that the member or family member is experiencing a significant emergency that warrants financial assistance, including, but not limited to, specific monetary expenses related to clothing, food, housing, utilities, medical services, medical prescriptions, insurance, or vehicle payments. Such proof shall include, but is not limited to, a copy of a bill, invoice, estimate, cancellation notice, or any other similar record.