UFCW members and their dependents are eligible to apply for our International Charity Foundation Scholarships. To see if you are eligible and to apply, visit ufcwcharityfoundation.org/scholarship.
The Local 371 Women’s Network once again received hundreds of toys from our generous members to help with our holiday toy drive. We were able to give toys to members suffering financial hardship and spread the message that our union takes care of each other. We hope you all had a save and memorable holiday season.
Over two hundred of our union stewards attended our annual training seminar. They heard from statewide leaders as well as our union leadership, and participated in trainings to better represent their coworkers and create stronger, more unified workplaces.
Local 371 along with the CT AFL-CIO and all of its affiliated unions fought hard this year to pass a law that would provide premium pay to our members who serve as essential workers. We are so pleased to announce that the Democratic controlled legislature passed the bill, and Governor Lamont signed it, and the application portal is now open. Benefits will be paid out in early 2023, but applicants will be notified whether they qualify within sixty days after they apply. The money is available on a first come, first served basis, and depending on your hours worked. you may qualify for up to $1000.00. In order to qualify, you must have worked as an essential worker from 3/10/20 through 5/7/22. Click here to see if you qualify and to fill out an application.