Grocery Worker's Relief Fund - for Grocery Employees

Description:

A fund, administered by United Way Worldwide and Kendall-Jackson Winery, that provides emergency support to frontline grocery workers to alleviate financial strain. It is open to residents of all 50 states and the District of Columbia. Eligible recipients can receive a $250 gift card that can be used as cash anywhere major credit cards are accepted. Applications can be found on the website www.unitedway.org/groceryrelief. Individuals will only be eligible to receive a gift card once every 365 days through August, 2030.

Hours:

N/A

Intake Process:

Apply on the website at www.unitedway.org/groceryrelief. Applications open on October 1, 2020.

Program Fees:

none

Eligibility:

Current employees of a grocery store or retail store with a grocery department, with a demonstrated need for financial assistance due to COVID-19 are eligible to apply. Eligibility criteria includes proof of employment at a grocery store, such as a paystub, and a short description of how the COVID-19 pandemic has impacted the applicant financially.

Is Shelter?

No

Date of Official Change:

September 29, 2020

Geographies Served

• Serves All Areas