FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, D.C. (May 4, 2021) – Today, the National Restaurant Association and ServSafe® released an updated version of its COVID-19 Operating Guidance incorporating new information on best practices to train staff on risk mitigation regarding the spread of COVID-19. The Operating Guidance continues to incorporate the latest information from sources including the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention…
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National Restaurant Association Statement on the Opening of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, D.C. (May 3, 2021) – Today, the $28.6 billion Restaurant Revitalization Fund (RRF) began accepting grant applications. Tom Bené, President & CEO of the National Restaurant Association released the following statement about the launch of the federal relief program: “Today’s launch of the Restaurant Revitalization Fund provides long-awaited hope for tens of thousands of restaurants who…
Minority-Owned Restaurants Given Priority Access to Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grants
The National Restaurant Association, Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance, and Small Business Administration Hosts Special Webinar on Applying for RFF Grants – April 28, 2021 – 11 a.m. ET FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, D.C. (April 28, 2021) – The National Restaurant Association, Multicultural Foodservice & Hospitality Alliance (MFHA), and U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will host a…
New Information Released in National Restaurant Association Restaurant Revitalization Fund FAQ
New Information Released in National Restaurant Association Restaurant Revitalization Fund FAQ FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, D.C. (April 9, 2021) – Today the National Restaurant Association released a new Restaurant Revitalization Fund Grant Program FAQ that answers some the most common operator questions. Many of these questions have been submitted to the Association through its new Q&A email, [email protected] The FAQ will…
National Restaurant Association and SmartBrief Announce Recipients of Inaugural Foodservice Innovation Awards
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Chicago (March 31, 2021) – The National Restaurant Association and SmartBrief today announced the recipients of the inaugural Innovation Awards for Foodservice. The honorees represent innovative new or updated products and services that exemplify adaptability and resilience in three categories: sustainability, technology, and safety and health. A panel of judges composed of restaurant industry executives, Association…
National Restaurant Association Statement on House Passage of the Updated American Rescue Plan
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Washington, D.C. (March 10, 2021) – Today, Sean Kennedy, executive vice president of Public Affairs for the National Restaurant Association released the following statement on the passage of the updated American Rescue Plan: “Today Congress spoke with one voice in support of the restaurant industry. The Restaurant Revitalization Fund will keep doors open in restaurants…