Located in La Porte, IN, CORE is dedicated to supporting food and beverage service employees who are facing financial challenges due to illness or medical emergencies. Our mission is to provide crucial financial assistance for families in the restaurant industry, ensuring that they can cover essential expenses such as rent or mortgage, utilities, medical bills, and childcare costs. We also assist with travel and food expenses related to hospital visits, as well as necessary supplies for children, including diapers and formula. Our program is designed with care and urgency in mind, with grant recipients able to reapply after 12 months under specific qualifying circumstances, up to a lifetime cap of $7,500. CORE stands by the hardworking families who keep the food industry alive, offering them a lifeline during tough times.