What is The Arizona Restaurant Association Foundation Relief Fund?
The Arizona Restaurant Association Foundation Relief Fund, supported by the Arizona Restaurant Association Education Foundation, is designed to assist employees of Arizona’s restaurant industry who are in need of support after the COVID-19 pandemic.

 

Who can apply for The Arizona Restaurant Association Foundation Relief Fund?
Funds will be granted to individuals that can demonstrate need and proof of restaurant employment as of February 29, 2020. Awards in the amount of $500 will be granted to all approved applicants until resources are fully depleted.

 

Why was The Arizona Restaurant Association Foundation Relief Fund created?
People across the state are currently in economic distress with no clear view of when, or if, they will be returning to work. COVID-19 has left more than half of the 290,000 restaurant workers in Arizona without gainful employment. The ARAEF understands the needs of the industry and has created a partial solution to help these hardworking, passionate employees.