The Friends in Knead, Inc. Fund was created to help associates who are in need of immediate financial assistance following an unforeseen disaster or personal hardship. The Fund relies on support from fellow associates Every donation makes a difference, no matter the amount, and combined with the donations of others, helps to provide grants when they are needed most.
If you are experiencing a personal hardship or the effects of a qualified disaster you can apply for a grant for financial assistance. Please read the Application FAQ to see if you qualify.
Emergency Assistance Foundation independently administers all Fund activities and assists applicants with their grant applications when needed. The sponsoring organization (Panera, LLC) has no visibility into individual applications or grants unless an applicant opts in to share certain details under specific circumstances.
Emergency Assistance Foundation is here to help during difficult times. Please click the “Community Resources” button for links to local resources, disaster preparedness education, financial learning tools, and more.