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# UFCW Local 371

## Sitemaps
- [XML Sitemap](https://ufcw371.org/sitemap_index.xml): Includes all crawlable and indexable pages.

## Posts
- [UFCW Local 371 participates in 2026 Labor to Labor Walks](https://ufcw371.org/ufcw-local-371-participates-in-2026-labor-to-labor-walks/): Local 371 staff, including Michelle Duncan and Susan Warzecha, pictured, participated in the first weekend of Labor to Labor Walks supporting pro-worker candidates throughout the State of CT. We were speaking with other union members about candidates who support our values and will fight for the interests of working families, including Francis Lombard, a Local 371 member employed at Hood Ice Cream. Francis is running for an open state representative seat. He is running to lower property taxes through state funding, support practical housing solutions, and invest efficiently in public schools and infrastructure.

## Pages
- [Join Your Team](https://ufcw371.org/team-registration/)
- [Manage Your Team](https://ufcw371.org/team-dashboard/)
- [Units](https://ufcw371.org/units/)
- [Contracts](https://ufcw371.org/contracts/)
- [About UFCW Local 371](https://ufcw371.org/about/): Looking to join a union or start one at your job? UFCW Local 371 helps workers across Connecticut, Western Massachusetts, and Vermont organize, win better pay, and secure strong benefits.
- [Scholarships](https://ufcw371.org/scholarships/): Every year the UFCW SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM offers scholarships to UFCW members or their immediate family members who want to further their education and demonstrate a commitment to their communities and to UFCW values.  Since 1958, the fund has distributed more than $2 million in scholarships
- [Links](https://ufcw371.org/links/)
- [Invalid](https://ufcw371.org/invalid/)
- [Pending](https://ufcw371.org/pending/)
- [Events](https://ufcw371.org/events/)
- [Approve](https://ufcw371.org/approve/)
- [Galleries](https://ufcw371.org/galleries/)
- [Union Representatives](https://ufcw371.org/staff/)
- [Policies](https://ufcw371.org/policies/)
- [Reset Password](https://ufcw371.org/reset-password/)
- [Lost Password](https://ufcw371.org/lost-password/)
- [Log In](https://ufcw371.org/login/)
- [Register](https://ufcw371.org/register/)
- [Contact](https://ufcw371.org/contact/)
- [News](https://ufcw371.org/news/)
- [Home](https://ufcw371.org/)

## Events
- [Local 371 Shop Stewards Conference](https://ufcw371.org/events/local-371-shop-stewards-conference/): Save the Date!
- [Local 371 Quarterly Membership Meetings will be held on Monday, September 14th at 6:30PM in the following locations:](https://ufcw371.org/events/local-371-quarterly-membership-meetings-will-be-held-on-monday-september-14th-at-630pm-in-the-following-locations/): HARTFORD- Hampton Inn and Suites, 351 Pitkin Street East Hartford
- [Local 371 Brian A. Petronella Memorial Golf Tournament](https://ufcw371.org/events/local-371-brian-a-petronella-memorial-golf-tournament/): Save the date for our annual Charity Golf Tournament. Details to follow!

## Galleries
- [Local 371 Events and Community](https://ufcw371.org/galleries/events-community/)
- [Transportation, Hospitality and Food Service](https://ufcw371.org/galleries/transportation-hospitality-food-service/)
- [Cannabis Workers](https://ufcw371.org/galleries/cannabis-workers/)
- [Food Production and Manufacturing](https://ufcw371.org/galleries/food-production-manufacturing/)
- [Healthcare Members](https://ufcw371.org/galleries/healthcare/)
- [Retail and Grocery Members](https://ufcw371.org/galleries/retail-grocery/)

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- [Test Job #4](https://ufcw371.org/?p=1278)
- [Test Job #3](https://ufcw371.org/?p=1277)
- [Test Job #2](https://ufcw371.org/?p=1276)
- [Test Job #1](https://ufcw371.org/?p=1275)

## Policies
- [Privacy Policy](https://ufcw371.org/policies/privacy/): Our website address is: https://ufcw371.org/.

## My templates

## Benefits
- [UFCW Northeast Retirement 401k Plan](https://ufcw371.org/benefits/401k-plan/): Access your UFCW Northeast Retirement 401k Plan through John Hancock, find participant support, and watch the plan video for an overview of how to use your account.
- [Orlando Vacation Discounts](https://ufcw371.org/benefits/orlando-vacation-discounts/): Only for Local 371 Members!   Save Up To 35% On Your Orlando Vacation! Orlando Employee Discounts offers Exclusive Pricing on Hotels & Vacation Homes in or nearby Disney World & Universal Studios Orlando! We are also the Largest Wholesaler of Tickets for Disney World, Universal Studios Orlando, Sea World, and ALL Orlando Area Theme Parks and Attractions! Just click on the following link in order to access your discounts! - Access Your Discounts
- [Finex Credit Union](https://ufcw371.org/benefits/finex-credit-union/): Mary SullivanBusiness Development Director Get Your Free Financial Checkup Today! Schedule an appointment to review your financial plan. Earn up to $250 by choosing Finex for your Financial Partner! $200 for Checking with Direct Deposit and $50 into your Savings account. Get your $250 here! Earn $100 when you Finance or Refinance your Auto Loan with Finex!  Start your application by filling out the form here! Already a member?  Refer a friend, co-worker or family member and you each receive $100 for opening an account! Start referring!  To take advantage of these special promotions, please schedule a meeting with me at your convenience! Schedule Now
- [Job Injuries (Worker’s Comp)](https://ufcw371.org/benefits/job-injuries-workers-comp/): Below are some basic guidelines to follow if you are hurt on the job. The most important rule is to seek assistance from experts on workers' compensation laws in your state. Today's tangled and confusing workers' compensation laws have led to financial ruin and psychological trauma for many workers, especially those with serious injuries.

## News
- [Retired Union Steward Harry Veach Donates To Local 371 Annual Toy Drive](https://ufcw371.org/news/retired-union-steward-harry-veach-donates-toys/): Retired Local 371 steward Harry Veach, and his wife Mary, continued their yearly tradition by generously donating dozens of toys and even a bike to our annual toy drive. If anyone is able to donate, you can contact your union representative for a pick up. Gifts are donated to area charities as well as Local 371 members in need.
- [DeCicco and Sons opens their first CT Location, staffed with Local 371 members](https://ufcw371.org/news/decicco-and-sons-opens-their-first-ct-location-staffed-with-local-371-members/): We are thrilled to welcome DeCicco and Sons to Greenwich CT, where they opened their first CT location last week. This store is fully staffed with UFCW Local 371 members, who enjoy all of the benefits of a union contract, including our UFCW health benefits. The store specializes in the freshest meat, seafood, and produce, as well as a tremendous prepared food selection craft beer and a diverse grocery department. For over 50 years, DeCicco & Sons has had a proud history of bringing the largest selection of high-quality food available to customers with a friendly, personal, unionized touch.
- [UFCW Local 371 participates in 2026 Labor to Labor Walks](https://ufcw371.org/news/ufcw-local-371-participates-in-2026-labor-to-labor-walks/): Local 371 staff, including Michelle Duncan and Susan Warzecha, pictured, participated in the first weekend of Labor to Labor Walks supporting pro-worker candidates throughout the State of CT. We were speaking with other union members about candidates who support our values and will fight for the interests of working families, including Francis Lombard, a Local 371 member employed at Hood Ice Cream. Francis is running for an open state representative seat. He is running to lower property taxes through state funding, support practical housing solutions, and invest efficiently in public schools and infrastructure.
- [Winners of the 2026 Robert Burke Petronella Memorial Scholarship Announced](https://ufcw371.org/news/winners-of-the-2026-robert-burke-petronella-memorial-scholarship-announced/): Owen Doyle Rodriguez, the son of Local 919 member and Hartford Stop & Shop employee Jeffrey Doyle, Natalya Gurdon, daughter of Local 371 member and Autumn Lake Healthcare Woodbridge member Gannel Gurdon, and Eric Loja, Local 371 member employed at Stop & Shop in New Fairfield, CT were all recipients of this year's Robert Burke Memorial Scholarship. This scholarship will pay each student $2500 for up to 4 years of college.
- [Local 371 Secretary Treasurer Keri Hoehne Elected President of the UFCW New England Council](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-secretary-treasurer-keri-hoehne-elected-president-of-the-ufcw-new-england-council/): On August 1, 2026, Keri Hoehne made history when she was elected to serve as the President of the UFCW New England Council, making her the first non-Local President and the first woman to hold the position.
- [Local 371 Community Charity Donates $20,000 to CT Make A Wish](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-community-charity-donates-20000-to-ct-make-a-wish/): Due to the generosity of our Local 371 members and the employers for whom they work, Local 371 was able to raise over $20,000 to be donated to the CT Make a Wish Foundation from the proceeds of our Annual Golf Tournament.
- [Brian A. Petronella Memorial Golf Tournament Wednesday May 20, 2026](https://ufcw371.org/news/brian-a-petronella-memorial-golf-tournament-wednesday-may-20-2026/): Local 371's Annual Charity Golf Tournament is Wednesday May 20th! We are excited to welcome golfers to Whitney Farms Golf Course on Route 110 Monroe CT. Registration starts at 8:30 with shotgun start at 10:30am!
- [UFCW Local 371 and Local 919 Members, Together with the CT AFL-CIO, Testify at the CT State Legislature](https://ufcw371.org/news/ufcw-local-371-and-local-919-members-together-with-the-ct-afl-cio-testify-at-the-ct-state-legislature/): The unions teamed up to testify in the General Law Committee's public hearing today, March 4th, in support of a bill that could ban electronic shelf labels and surveillance pricing. Under current law, retailers are allowed to employ electronic shelf tags and combine that with AI algorithms to make shoppers pay different prices for the same item. Seems too sci fi to be true? It's not. Retailers can gather information on individual shoppers based on their shopping habits, internet search history, income and other factors and make a determination about how much they are willing to pay. They then can determine when that shopper is in their store using facial recognition software or cell phone location trackers. The electronic shelf labels allow them to change the price tag in real time, making it possible for two shoppers in the store at the same time to pay different prices for the same item. Electronic shelf labels eliminate good jobs and are bad for consumers, and the UFCW is fighting to stop this technology from happening throughout the country.
- [Stop & Shop Contract Ratified](https://ufcw371.org/news/stop-shop-contract-ratified/): We are happy to announce that Local 371 union members from Stop & Shop voted to accept a new 4 year contract that provides for yearly raises and a more equitable wage scale that honors the knowledge and commitment by higher seniority employees. This contract addresses challenges posed by Artificial Intelligence and other technology, increases the minimum hours for more part time members, and protects our strong and affordable healthcare coverage. Additionally this contract facilitates the return of fresh cut meat with a new meat cutting apprenticeship program. Our passionate committee of Roberta Green, Lucy Sciarretto, Doug Senn, Lorenzo Mancuso, and Eileen Antolini were tireless in their efforts to force the company to listen to the voices of their coworkers and we are thankful for their leadership and the leadership of the committees of all five New England UFCW Stop & Shop locals.
- [Stop & Shop Tentative Agreement Reached](https://ufcw371.org/news/stop-shop-tentative-agreement-reached/): Your bargaining team is pleased to announce that we have reached a tentative four-year agreement, concluding the most recent round of contract negotiations.
- [Stop & Shop Bargaining Committee Heads Back to the Table on February 11th and 12th. Contract Meeting Sunday, February 15th for All of Local 371 Members Employed By Stop & Shop at the Sheraton Hartford South Hotel, 100 Capitol Blvd, Rocky Hill, CT at 10am.](https://ufcw371.org/news/stop-shop-bargaining-committee-heads-back-to-the-table-on-february-11th-and-12th-contract-meeting-sunday-february-15th-for-all-of-local-371-members-employed-by-stop-shop-at-the-sheraton/)
- [Local 371 Officers Sworn in to Office](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-officers-sworn-in-to-office/): On Monday, December 8, 2025, Region 1 Director Fallon Ager Norman swore Local 371's officers into their new positions. In the presence of the Local 371 Executive Board, family and friends, Brian Truini was sworn in as President, Keri Hoehne as Secretary Treasurer, Jessica Petronella as Recorder, and Jeff Horvath as Executive Vice President.
- [Brian P. Truini Elected Local 371 President](https://ufcw371.org/news/brian-p-truini-elected-local-371-president/): We are proud to announce that at our Executive Board meeting on Tuesday, Sept 30th, Brian Truini was elected as the President of Local 371 to fulfill the remainder of Pres. Petronella’s term. Raised in a Local 371 household, and a UFCW member and leader since 1980, Brian has dedicated his life to advancing the rights of working people. Brian has an unmatched attention to detail and a passion for making sure every event, organizing campaign or contract negotiation is handled with precision and care.Always ready to take on the boss and fight for fairness, Brian hasn’t met a fight he wasn’t willing to face head on, and his skill and tenacity make him exactly the leader our union needs to guide us through the challenges and opportunities ahead.
- [Back Pay Grievance Settled at ACME in Riverside](https://ufcw371.org/news/back-pay-grievance-settled-at-acme-in-riverside/): Local 371 recently won 33 hours of back pay for part-timer O’Brian, who was scheduled less than the contractual 16 hour minimum for several weeks. This grievance is a perfect example of the importance of making sure every member knows the contract and knows who to contact when a violation arises. O'Brian is pictured with his steward Liz. Thanks for showing it pays to belong, O'Brian!
- [Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Workers Ratify Groundbreaking Union Contract](https://ufcw371.org/news/ben-jerrys-ice-cream-workers-ratify-groundbreaking-union-contract/): UFCW Local 371 Ben & Jerry’s Members Negotiate Significant Wage Increases, Health Care Improvements
- [Still River Wellness in Torrington Becomes the First Cannabis Dispensary to Ratify Union Contract with Local 371](https://ufcw371.org/news/still-river-wellness-in-torrington-becomes-the-first-cannabis-dispensary-to-ratify-union-contract-with-local-371/): The United Food and Commercial Workers Union Local 371 is proud to announce the workers at Still River Wellness in Torrington recently ratified their first union contract.Still River Wellness workers are just the latest in the CT cannabis industry to negotiate a union contract and join a growing union movement of a cannabis workers in CT.
- [UFCW Region One Women’s Network Childcare Grant](https://ufcw371.org/news/ufcw-region-one-womens-network-childcare-grant/): We are now accepting applications for the Region One Women's Network Childcare Grant! This one time grant will be payable to your child care provider or summer camp. Applications are due by October 31, 2024. Fill out your application today and spread the word!
- [UFCW Statement on Unilever Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Spin Off](https://ufcw371.org/news/ufcw-statement-on-unilever-ben-jerrys-ice-cream-spin-off/): Waterbury, VT. – Today, the United Food and Commercial Workers (UFCW) Local 371, which represents essential workers in grocery, meatpacking, food processing, retail, and other essential industries across CT, MA and Vermont, released a statement following Unilever’s announcement that the company will spin off its Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream unit.
- [Local 371 Steward and Board member Lucy Sciarretto Speaks at Press Conference to Fight for Unemployment for Striking Workers.](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-steward-and-board-member-lucy-sciarretto-speaks-at-press-conference-to-fight-for-unemployment-for-striking-workers/): "My husband and I both work for Stop and Shop, so our entire financial world was about to change. I had to keep strong for my employees, but this wasn’t an easy task when I was so nervous on the inside. Going on strike for two weeks, not knowing what was going to happen to us financially as a family was frightening." These were some of the thoughts shared by Lucy Sciarretto this morning when speaking to to legislators and the press. Lucy was speaking in favor of HB 5164, a bill that would allow striking workers to collect unemployment benefits after they have been on strike for two consecutive weeks.
- [Workers Want Unions](https://ufcw371.org/news/workers-want-unions/): States have increased worker power in 2023, making it easier for workers to form unions and improve their working conditions. Workers have been reaching out to Local 371 in record numbers, and whether it be in cannabis, healthcare, retail food, or food processing, we are busy helping them form their unions. If you or someone you know wants to form a union and make their workplace better, check this out!
- [Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream Workers Organize with UFCW Local 371](https://ufcw371.org/news/ben-and-jerrys-ice-cream-workers-organize-with-ufcw-local-371/): The UFCW Local 371 is extremely proud to welcome the hard-working ice cream processors at Ben & Jerry’s Waterbury, Vermont plant to our union family. From Cherry Garcia to Chubby Hubby, Ben and Jerry’s workers at the Waterbury, Vermont plant proudly make some of the country’s most recognizable ice cream flavors. As America’s food processing union, we are thrilled at the opportunity to not only represent, but uplift, workers at such an iconic American brand and we look forward to bringing this opportunity to other Ben & Jerry’s plants across the country. These workers know better than anyone that whether it’s in a cup or cone, union victory tastes sweet.
- [UFCW Women’s Self Defense Class](https://ufcw371.org/news/ufcw-womens-self-defense-class/): Please join the UFCW Women’s Network on November 16, 2023 at 11:30 am for a Women’s Self Defense Skills workshop. Register now for a spot!!
- [Election Day is November 7th!](https://ufcw371.org/news/election-day-is-november-7th/): All elections are important, and municipal elections are the ones that have the biggest impact on the way our towns and cities are run, whether our schools are funded, whether there are activities for our children and the elderly, and if our roads are paved. Have you checked your voter registration status lately? You can check it at ufcwvotes.org/verify. When union members vote, working families have a voice.
- [CT Minimum Wage To Increase to $15.69 on January 1, 2024](https://ufcw371.org/news/ct-minimum-wage-to-increase-to-15-69-on-january-1-2024/): Lt. Governor Susan Bysiewicz announced that the minimum wage will increase from $15.00 to $15.69 starting Jan. 1, 2024! The minimum wage law passed four years ago mandated that increases will go up each year at the rate of inflation starting in 2024. This means that minimum wage in CT will finally keep up with the rate of inflation and our lowest paid workers will no longer fall behind. We are proud of our union, Local 371, and thankful to the CT AFL-CIO, for fighting for this important legislation. Many of our newest members in retail food, grocery stores and food processing will immediately earn a higher wage. Many retail food workers are working in supermarkets to support their families, and this increased wage will have an immediate impact on their family finances.
- [62 UFCW members in Maui Lost Homes in Wildfires](https://ufcw371.org/news/62-ufcw-members-in-maui-lost-homes-in-wildfires/): In total 166 UFCW members in Maui were affected by this natural disaster. Please consider donating.
- [2023 Robert A. Petronella Memorial Scholarship Winners Announced.](https://ufcw371.org/news/2023-robert-a-petronella-memorial-scholarship-winners-announced/): Congratulations to our three newest winners of our scholarship! Each of these three winners will receive $2500 per year for up to four years to attend the university of their choice. Matthew Branco is the son of Local 371 member Jose Branco, who is employed at Shop Rite in Milford. Olivia Pivovar is a member at ACME in New Canaan and Tiago Rua's mother is employed at SSC at Sacred Heart University. Congratulations to these deserving scholars!
- [Scholarship Application Deadline Extended to July 1st!](https://ufcw371.org/news/scholarship-application-deadline-extended-to-july-1st/): The Robert A. Petronella Memorial Scholarship awards (3) $2500 per year scholarships to graduating seniors who are either UFCW members or their children or grandchildren. Apply here!
- [Employees at Armon Hotel in Stamford Celebrate Ten Years of Being Members of Local 371.](https://ufcw371.org/news/employees-at-armon-hotel-in-stamford-celebrate-ten-years-of-being-members-of-local-371/): Joining with your coworkers to form a union means you have the opportunity to bargain for job security, better wages, stronger benefits, retirement security, and a predictable schedule. If you need a union please contact us at 203-226-4751 or info@ufcw371.org.
- [Local 371 Joins our Brothers and Sisters across the Region to protest Stop and Shop, Shop Rite, and ACME’s outsourcing of our work to Pepsi.](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-joins-our-brothers-and-sisters-across-the-region-to-protest-stop-and-shop-shop-rite-and-acmes-outsourcing-of-our-work-to-pepsi/): We are in Union store, where Union members deserve to keep the work hourswe need to provide for our families, maintain our health insurance and otherbenefits, and continue to proudly stock our own shelves with the productsyou need the most. Sign the petition today to support us! https://p2a.co/9V0Oql2
- [Local 371 and Local 919 Partner to Testify in Support of Unemployment Benefits for Striking Workers](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-and-local-919-partner-to-testify-in-support-of-unemployment-benefits-for-striking-workers/): UFCW Locals 919 & 371 teamed up to testify in favor of Senate Bill 938 An Act Concerning Unemployment Benefits for Striking Workers.
- [UFCW International Scholarship Application Open](https://ufcw371.org/news/ufcw-international-scholarship-application-open/): 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.
- [Local 371 Women’s Network Helps Members in Need](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-womens-network-helps-members-in-need/): 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.
- [Local 371 Stewards Attend Annual Stewards Conference](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-stewards-attend-annual-stewards-conference/): 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 Brian A. Petronella Memorial Fundraiser Raises $40,000 for Local Charities](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-brian-a-petronella-memorial-fundraiser-raises-40000-for-local-charities/): Thank you to our members, our sponsors, and our golfers for participating in this year's golf tournament. We are please to announce we raised $40,000 this year. Our sunny day of golf and camaraderie led us to be able to donate $10,000 to the Make A Wish Foundation, and the rest will be donated to charities local to Connecticut, Vermont, and Western Massachusetts, and will be used to help members in need.
- [CT Paid Family Leave Benefit Starts 1/1/22- Applications Being Accepted Now!](https://ufcw371.org/news/ct-paid-family-leave-benefit-starts-1-1-22-applications-being-accepted-now/): While many Local 371 members have enjoyed paid disability through their union insurance, paid family leave is an important new benefit available to CT workers starting 1/1/22. This protects you not only in the case of your own illness or injury, but also covers you when you need time off to care for a sick family member, the birth of a child, and many other reasons. Applications are now being accepted. https://fb.watch/9JUDZPFIq4/
- [Sharpen your skills with the Workforce Essential programs offered through UFCW education benefits](https://ufcw371.org/news/sharpen-your-skills-with-the-workforce-essential-programs-offered-through-ufcw-education-benefits/): Get the knowledge that will help you advance your career. Spending time on improving or expanding your skills may help you achieve personal career goals such as earning a promotion or becoming an expert on a certain field – UFCW is here to help you move onward and upward!
- [Local 371 Winter 2020 Newspaper](https://ufcw371.org/news/local-371-winter-2020-newspaper/): Check out the Local 371 Winter 2020 Newspaper.  Local 371 Newspaper 0120_compressed(2)
- [Under -35 union membership wildly outpacing any other age group.](https://ufcw371.org/news/under-35-union-membership-wildly-outpacing-any-other-age-group/): The popularity of labor unions is at the highest it has been in decades. According to a recent Gallup poll, approval of unions is at a 50 year high. And while the overall number of union members remains relatively low compared to what it has been in the past, there’s a significant shift happening that may indicate the tide is turning

## Resources
- [Change of Address Form](https://ufcw371.org/resources/change-address/)
- [Women’s Network](https://ufcw371.org/resources/womens-network/): Our International Union's Women's Network helps to provide our members with better wages and benefits and a better work life balance.  In our Local, we are committed to making a difference, for our union, our union brothers and sisters and our respective communities.  We do this through holiday gift drives and other fundraisers.  If you are interested in joining in any of our upcoming projects, please call 203-226-4751 and ask to speak with Michelle Duncan, our Women's Network chair.

## Join
- [Cafeteria Workers Union | Join or Start a Union Near You](https://ufcw371.org/join/cafeteria-workers-union/): Are you a cafeteria worker dealing with low pay, short staffing, or inconsistent hours? UFCW Local 371 helps cafeteria and food service workers across Connecticut, Western Massachusetts, and Vermont join a union, organize their workplace, and win better pay and benefits.
- [Bus Drivers Union | Organize for Better Pay and Safety](https://ufcw371.org/join/bus-drivers-union/): Bus drivers are essential, but often underpaid and overworked. UFCW Local 371 helps transportation workers join unions and secure better working conditions.
- [Cannabis Workers Union | Join or Start a Union](https://ufcw371.org/join/cannabis-workers-union/): The cannabis industry is growing fast, but many workers face low wages and little protection. UFCW Local 371 is a leading union for cannabis workers, helping employees organize for fair treatment.
- [Food Processing Workers Union | Know Your Rights](https://ufcw371.org/join/food-processing-workers-union/): Food processing workers keep the supply chain running, but too often face dangerous conditions and low pay. UFCW Local 371 helps workers organize unions in food manufacturing and production facilities.
- [Healthcare Workers Union | Organize Your Workplace](https://ufcw371.org/join/healthcare-workers-union/): Healthcare workers deserve respect, safe staffing, and fair pay. UFCW Local 371 helps hospital and healthcare workers start unions and improve working conditions.
- [Grocery Workers Union | Join or Start a Union Near You](https://ufcw371.org/join/grocery-workers-union/): Are you a grocery store worker dealing with low pay, unpredictable schedules, or short staffing? UFCW Local 371 is the union for grocery workers across Connecticut, Western Massachusetts, and Vermont.
- [Start a Union at Your Job](https://ufcw371.org/join/start-a-union/): You don't have to accept low pay, unsafe conditions, or unfair treatment. You have the legal right to start a union, and UFCW Local 371 will help you every step of the way.
- [It’s Your Legal Right to Join a Union](https://ufcw371.org/join/its-your-legal-right-to-join-a-union/): Federal law protects the right of most private-sector employees to organize, act together to improve their wages and working conditions, choose union representation, and bargain collectively.
- [Contact a Union Organizer](https://ufcw371.org/join/contact-union-organizer/): Thinking about forming a union at your workplace? You do not have to figure it out alone. A UFCW Local 371 organizer can answer your questions, explain the process, and help you decide what to do next.
- [Attention current UFCW Local 371 members](https://ufcw371.org/join/attention-current-ufcw-local-371-members/): We need every member to pitch in and help us organize. You owe it to your job and your union to talk to non-union workers about the benefits of being a member of Local 371.
- [Guide to Organizing a Union](https://ufcw371.org/join/guide-to-organizing-a-union/): Call us now: 203-226-4751
- [Problems on the Job? Local 371 Can Help!](https://ufcw371.org/join/problems-on-the-job-local-371-can-help/): Interested in joining a Union?

## Scholarships
- [Union Plus Scholarships](https://ufcw371.org/scholarships/union-plus-scholarships/): Union Plus offers scholarships to help union members and their families continue their education.
- [UFCW International Union Scholarships](https://ufcw371.org/scholarships/ufcw-international-union-scholarships/): Our International Union provides many scholarship opportunities for our members and their families.
- [Robert Burke Petronella Memorial Scholarship Fund – 2026 Scholarship apply here! Applications are due June 1, 2026.](https://ufcw371.org/scholarships/robert-burke-petronella-memorial-scholarship-fund/): The Robert Burke Petronella Memorial Scholarship Fund awards (3) scholarships to graduating high school seniors who are either members of UFCW in New England or the children or grandchildren of members. These deserving students will receive $2500 each of their four years of college.