LOUISVILLE, Ky. — Apron Inc. is providing emergency support to food and beverage workers as rising costs and tighter budgets put pressure on the industry and the people who keep it running.
The organization has awarded about 1,200 grants totaling more than $1.2 million over the past 15 years. The grants help workers cover expenses such as rent, medical bills and other emergencies.
Paul Berrier, co-founder of Hop Atomica, said customer traffic has remained steady, but spending habits have changed…