In 2024 APRON Inc. is staging happy hour “friend-raisers” at different locations on the last Wednesday of each month.

The next Happy Hour Friend-Raiser takes place on Wednesday, November 20 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m. at Gerstle’s Bar & Grill (3801 Frankfort Ave. in St. Matthews).

The prospectus:

  • Complimentary Heaven’s Door Whiskey sampling experiences
  • Spin the wheel for special swag and gift cards
  • Live music
  • Complimentary bar bites sponsored by US Foods
  • Complimentary craft beer cheese offerings by The Flavor Queen
  • Complimentary North Lime Coffee & Donuts
  • Meet and greet APRON Inc. board members
  • Learn all about APRON Inc.’s mission — and more
  • No cover – a portion of the day’s proceeds go to APRON Inc.’s grant fund, providing financial assistance to restaurant workers in need, so consider donating

APRON Inc. (Facebook/Instagram) was created in 2011 to help provide financial relief to food and beverage industry workers in the Louisville, Kentucky metropolitan area who find themselves in need during times of crises. Because of the COVID-19 pandemic, APRON Inc. has stepped up with a far greater volume of assistance to local workers than ever before.