In Hamden, CT, CORE is dedicated to supporting families working in the restaurant industry who are facing financial challenges due to medical emergencies or illnesses. Our mission is to provide vital financial assistance to food and beverage service employees, particularly those with children, ensuring they receive help when they need it most. We cover a variety of expenses, including rent or mortgage, utilities, funeral costs, medical bills and supplies, therapy, travel for hospital visits, and essential child needs such as diapers and formula. Additionally, we support childcare costs to help families find stability during tough times. While former grant recipients may reapply for assistance after a year, we maintain a lifetime cap of $7,500 to ensure that our resources are available to as many families as possible. CORE stands by the restaurant community, empowering them to overcome obstacles and keep their families secure.