The tragedies of May 14, 2022 has created dire and continued urgent needs in our community. Open Buffalo's Employee Hardship Award (EHA) is specifically for workers employed at the Jefferson Ave location of Tops Markets experiencing financial stress. Hardships can include but are not limited to: housing assistance, food, childcare, workforce development, or other urgent bills.
Current and former employees that have paystubs dated in May are eligible to request a one-time payment (check or Visa gift card) of up to $500. Funds have been exhausted as of August 25th, 2022.
For questions or assistance, please call (716) 243-8777 ext. 109 or email info@openbuffalo.org