WILLIAMSVILLE, N.Y. – Tops Friendly Markets has partnered with UFCW Local One to provide an additional appreciation bonus for its workers in light of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis.

The agreement that was negotiated between both parties will provide part-time associates hired prior to June 30, who worked any hours since Sept. 15, and remained employed as of Dec. 14, with a $100 appreciation bonus. Full-time associates who worked any hours since Sept. 15, and remained employed at Tops as of Dec. 14, will receive a $200 appreciation bonus.

“Tops was pleased to be able to provide additional compensation for its workers whose commitment has been relentless during these unprecedented times,” said Frank Curci, Chairman and CEO. “Since the onset of COVID, Tops Markets and our associates have been able to provide our customers with a safe and reliable place to continue to shop for their food and other essentials to sustain themselves and their families when they needed it most. Together with the help our UFCW Local One partners, we were able together reaching the common goal of providing a safe and rewarding workplace.”