Located in Lonoke, AR, CORE is dedicated to providing essential financial assistance to families working in the restaurant industry who are facing financial challenges due to illness or medical emergencies. Our mission is to support food and beverage service employees and their children by alleviating financial burdens associated with medical crises. We assist with a variety of expenses, including rent or mortgage, utilities, medical bills and supplies, therapy, hospital travel costs, and essential child needs, such as diapers and childcare costs. Former CORE grant recipients can reapply for assistance after a 12-month period, ensuring that we can continue to support those in need within our community up to a lifetime cap of $7,500. At CORE, we believe in helping those who nourish others, so they can thrive during difficult times.