Whitefish Liquor Store donating April profits

The Whitefish Liquor Store will donate 100% of its profits for the month of April to the Whitefish Community Foundation.

The funds will go to a Community Emergency Response Fund that the foundation has launched to help nonprofits throughout the valley combat the coronavirus crisis. The emergency fund supports programs such as resources for people affected by domestic violence, youth shelters, food banks and rental assistance programs.

“The liquor store appreciates being able to continue operation at this time but is choosing to donate this month’s profits in honor of those in the community who are suffering more than most during this crisis,” a press release stated Thursday. The Whitefish Liquor Store is one of few businesses that have been able to stay open under the designation of an “essential” business by Gov. Steve Bullock.

While April is typically one of the store’s slowest months for sales, widespread business closures and sheltering in place have kept the store busy recently.

“The Whitefish Liquor Store appreciates the town’s business during these difficult times,” the press release added.

The store is operating limited hours, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, with diligent cleaning practices in place, and the option of curbside pick-up for orders called ahead.