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Senior Citizens Living in Bay, Midland or Saginaw Counties Receiving COVID-19 Vaccine Appointments by Phone
The Protect Michigan Commission is urging Bay, Saginaw and Midland County senior citizens who are on #COVID-19 vaccination wait lists to answer phone calls arriving from area codes 517 or 866; as these may be #vaccination opportunities for appointments at Delta College this weekend. Get your #fauciouchie this weekend! #ufcw876 #1u #ufcw
Thank You Hollywood Markets
#UFCW876 members working for Hollywood Markets will receive yet another extension of their "Stand In The Gap" bonus from owner Thom Welch and his family through March 27, 2021.
In a letter of appreciation and great sincerity, Welch gently writes "Please stay safe and live the lessons you have learned, treating everyone with respect, and kindness."
#HollywoodMarkets Hollywood Markets
#youreawesome #1u #ufcw #StandInTheGap #greatemployer #ThankYou Welch Family.
UFCW 876 Members Asked to Contact State Senators
In what appears to look like a retaliatory move, some Michigan senators are playing hardball by holding back federal funding from the Governor's Michigan COVID Recovery Plan that would bring vaccination distribution, jobs, small business grants, the reopening of schools and more.
Call your senator and tell them to support and accept the "supplemental recommendations" for the fiscal year 2021 to fund vaccine distribution and economic recovery.
International Union-Industry Pension Fund Announces NEW Address for 2022
#UFCW International Union-Industry #Pension Fund has announced a new mailing address: P.O. Box 3891 Oak Brook, IL 60522-3891. Mail forwarding from the previous Frankfort, Illinois address will continue throughout 2021. And phone number remains the same: 1-800-531-2385. #UFCW876 #876Stewards #UFCWInternationalUnionIndustryPensionFund #retirement #retirehappy with #UFCW876
Looking to pay down that student debt?
Looking to pay down that student loan? #UFCW876 members and their dependents are eligible to apply to receive one of five $1,000 student debt relief awards. Check out the details, process and application at bit.ly/876Scholarships2021
The $1,000 Bonnie Finzel-Doster Scholarship Opportunity
#UFCW876 members are eligible to apply for the Bonnie Finzel-Doster Memorial Scholarship. See eligibility and requirements below. Deadline to submit is Friday, April 2, 2021.
- 2021 graduating senior at a Monroe or Lenawee County high school.
- Son or daughter of a member in good standing of a local union currently affiliated with CLC (UFCW 876);
- Have at least a 3.0 (B) grade point average; and
- complete this application;
- write a 500 word essay;
- include high school transcripts;
- write a cover letter;
- include two reference letters;
- include standardized achievement and/or aptitude scores.
You've Got Mail - Email!
Emails are arriving for vaccination appointments! Not registered yet? Go to bit.ly/Update876 #ufcw876 #ufcw #1u
Great News for 876 Detroiters!
Detroit's Mayor Mike Duggan announced today that vaccination eligibility at the TCF Center is now extended to grocery and meat packing workers who live or work in the city! We are super excited about this!
Review this document from the city of Detroit to learn more regarding eligibility, appointment process, and important documents to bring to an appointment.
- Proof of residency;
- Proof of employment with employer paystub (printed or phone image) or work badge.
Print and share half page flyer here.
Member Vaccination Effort Begins Sunday, January 31, 2021
"The very minute I saw the #COVID-19 #vaccination post from the #union, I shared it with everyone in my store!" said #UFCW876 member Mary Bean, Hollywood #6 in Rochester Hills, #Michigan.
Bean will be receiving her vaccine this Sunday at the union hall and adds "The only way to stop the pandemic, is to start the vaccine. I'm so ready and excited to go!" #Thankyou Mary for being #876Strong!
Members interested in signing up for the next available appointments can do so at: bit./lyUpdate876
#1u #ufcw #inoculation #igotmyshot #vaccine Hollywood MarketsThank You Dr. King!
Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., saw the civil rights movement and the union movement as natural allies. And said "As I have said many times, and believe with all my heart, the coalition that can have the greatest impact in the struggle for human dignity here in America is that of the Negro and the forces of labor, because their fortunes are so closely intertwined."
Dr. King Jr. was born on January 15, 1929. He was a Baptist minister and leader of the civil rights movement, championing justice and equality from the mid-1950s until his death by assassination in 1968. As he said, “Injustice anywhere is a threat to justice everywhere.” Dr. King was also a strong advocate of change through nonviolent civil actions based on his Christian values. He was a great speaker, and his powerful words still resonate with us today. #MLKDay #AllLaborHasDignity #civilrights #workerrights #laborrights #humanrights #dignity #respect #1u #UFCW876Free College for #UFCW876 Members and Their Families
The #UFCW Free College benefit makes it possible for #UFCW876 members and their family members to earn an associate degree completely online – for FREE through Eastern Gateway Community College. View the entire listing of available programs and get started here: https://www.ufcwfreecollege.org #1u #ufcw #876Strong
New Year, New Benefit Cards
Newly enrolled #UFCW876 members of the #MIUFCW Unions and Employers Health and Welfare Plan, the "Fund," can expect to receive benefit cards from BlueCross BlueShield of Michigan, KPP or CVS Caremark and Delta Dental in the first two weeks of January. (VSP vision benefits do not require a card).
Previous 2020 enrollees will not receive new cards in 2021; however participants can download digital BlueCross BlueShield cards as well as the app at: mufcwbenefits.com.
Questions? Call the Fund at 1-248-585-9610. #1u #ufcw #unionbenefits #bcbsm
New American Citizenship Fund Awards
The New American Citizenship Fund which awards $600 to eligible UFCW members across the country, is made possible by the UFCW United Latinos. Full details, eligibility criteria and application can be found at: ufcwunitedlatinos.org #ufcw876 #876Stewards #1u #ufcw #unitedlatinos
2021 Academic, Textbook & Student Debt Scholarships
$17,500 in scholarship awards are available! For over 20 years, UFCW 876 has awarded scholarships to members in good standing (any age) and/or their dependents. This year $17,5000 will be awarded in five $2,000 Academic Scholarships; five $500 Textbook Scholarships; and five $1,000 Student Debt Relief Awards. The application process is easy as 1. Application 2. Essay and 3. Transcripts. (Student debt applications must include most recent loan holder statement including account number).
Easy online application available at bit.ly/876Scholarships2021
Member Advantage
Pension Open Houses 2021
Webinars and In-person Planned
Find out when and how you can collect your pension with great assistance! UFCW 876 members and their spouses are encouraged to attend a free pension assistance open houses via webinar. Directions to do that here. Download the Webinar flyer here.
No workshop for December
Active Ballot Club
UFCW 876 knows worker-friendly legislation is derived from candidates who support, advocate and push for laws that set meaningful, worker protection policy in both our nation and state. Without these leaders and actions, workers are vulnerable to the interests and budgets of their employers. That is why UFCW 876 has the Active Ballot Club, or A.B.C. Read more here.
Scholarship Applications Now Available
2021 Scholarship applications available:
January 4, 2021 - April 30, 2021
UFCW 876's scholarship program awards five, $2,000 Academic Scholarships, five, $1,000 Student Debt Relief Awards and five, $500 Textbook Awards each year. The application process is available both in hard copy and online. It's a good time to secure download your transcript in PDF, write your essay, and if you are applying for the Student Debt Relief, download your loan holder agreement containing the account number.
Learn a New Language for Free!
Spanish, French, Italian, Mandarin, and over 70 other different languages, including 20 different ESL courses.
Whether it is for travel, work, or just for fun, the UFCW’s free foreign language program makes learning a new language easy.
UFCW members can use this benefit to learn a foreign language for free online and at their own pace. All lessons are self-guided. The program gives members access to online classes to learn Spanish, French, Italian, Mandarin, and over 70 other different languages, including 20 different ESL courses.
The online classes build on four conversational skills necessary to fully learn a new language: vocabulary, pronunciation, grammar, and culture. Learn more here. This program is currently wait-listed.
Seats in this program are limited and will be given on a first come, first served basis. If the program is full, you will be placed on a wait list until a seat opens up for you.
At this time, this benefit is only available to UFCW members and retirees.
Get Your G.E.D.
UFCW members can take General Equivalency Diploma (GED) classes for free through Essential GED.
This GED program offers a customized learning plan, so that you’ll be able to successfully prepare yourself to pass the GED test, regardless of when you last went to school.
This program also allows you to study at your own pace – all classes are self-guided and can be completed from your phone or tablet.
If you are interested in using this benefit, please complete and submit the form on this page. It may take a few days to verify your UFCW membership. However, once confirmed, you’ll receive an email that explains how to login and begin taking free online GED classes.
At this time, this benefit is only available to UFCW members and retirees.
If you have questions or need assistance, please contact the UFCW education helpdesk at education@ufcw.org.
FREE online college! Seriously, it's totally free.
UFCW Free College BenefitThe UFCW Free College Benefit ensures that UFCW members and their families do not have to pay out of pocket for any tuition, fees or e-books at Eastern Gateway Community College—resulting in cost savings of thousands of dollars!
The Free College Benefit covers any amount for tuition, fees or books that is not covered by federal or employer education grants.
Children (or stepchildren), grandchildren (or step-grandchildren), spouses, domestic partners, and financial dependents of UFCW members are eligible for the UFCW Free College Benefit. Retired UFCW members are also eligible.
876 Retiree Club
Retiree Club Events on Hold
The Retiree Club is one of the largest in the nation. Annual events, educational and group travel keep the union hall filled with friendship, networking and fun. The club will begin to meet the first Wednesday of every month at 11 a.m. when COVID restrictions lift.
All retired 876 members are eligible to join the club for only $1 a month. E-mail your interest to join at info@ufcw876.org.
Union Plus Programs
You work hard, and at Union Plus, we work hard for you. Since 1986, we’ve been supporting union members and their families through life’s celebrations, hardships, and everything in between. Check it out for great discounts from mortgages to movie tickets.
- 876 Member Pension Open House
Pension Open Houses will be conducted based on COVID restrictions. Programs will be conducted via Webinar from January through May; and in-person from June through November. Questions can be directed to Aaron Cary at 1-800-321-6406 extension #8645.
Pension Open House 2021 Schedule, click here.
Meeting conducted based on COVID restrictions. Note January - May will be webinars and June through November will be held in the union hall if permissible.
Let 876 help put the pieces together!
Join UFCW 876 Pension Specialist Aaron Cary during his live webinars and find out when and how you can collect your pension. Download these directives here.
How to join Aaron's webinar:
Computer:
1) in URL type: https:/zoom.us/j/8109653974;
2) click the prompt: “Open Zoom;”
3) type the meeting ID: 8109653974 (if not done automatically);
4) click the prompt “Computer Audio;”
5) if computer has no speakers, follow prompts to connect audio via phone.Cell phone / tablet:
1) Download the Zoom app through either Google Play, Apple App Store, or at www.zoom.com;
2) click the prompt: “open Zoom;”
3) type the meeting ID: 8109653974
4) click the prompt “Computer Audio.” Components of the Union
People that protect workers' hard-earned rights.
Contractual Language Means What?!
Contracts Are Your Written Guarantee
There are nearly 50 different contracts reflecting over 18,000+ union members in 876. Although very detailed, a quick review reveals basic compondents: coverage, grievance procedure, paid time off, vacations, seniority, wages, hours and schedules. This language is your guarantee to a fair and safe work environment.
MIUFCW
Your Health Insurance Coverage Is Important
Not every employer participates with the Michigan UFCW Unions & Employers Health & Welfare Fund, also called just the "Fund." This plan's administrative office manages medical, dental, vision, time loss and pre-paid legal inquiries and programs. You can call them at 1-800-322-8190 or visit them here.
2021 Pension Open House Schedule
Get Help Navigating the Pension Process
The union provides free financial guidance to every member and their spouse through the Financial Wellness Center.
Pension Open House Zoom! webinars are scheduled for:
January 20, February 17, March 17, April 21, May 19
Pension Open House In-Person meetings are scheduled for:
June 16, July 21, August 18, September 15, October 20, and November 17
How to get to the union hall in Madison Heights
Call or email Aaron Cary with inquiries at 1-800-321-6406 extension #8645.
General Membership Meetings
2021 Tentative Schedule
All general membership meetings are open to eligible UFCW 876 members. At these meetings, union representatives review the actions of the executive board, present updates, and address member's questions. Meeting dates and time are subject to change. Meetings begin at 6:00 p.m. at the union hall. Members are encouraged to verify dates and times here. Due to COVID venue restrictions, 2021 meetings are tentatively scheduled as follows:
Tuesday: March 9 - June 8 - September 14 - December 7
Representative Profiles
We've got a top notch team!
The union has a staff of member representatives who are your advocate in the workplace. They know your contract and are on duty 24/7 to protect your job and to maintain a fair work environment. You can find your member representative by calling 1-800-321-6406 and using the extensions listed below or by e-mail. Download a printable listing here. See representative listing below.
Joe.Clark@ufcw876.org
1-800-321-6406 extension #8669Kroger 441, 443, 456, 459, 615, 618, 630, 638, 686, 691 & 697.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8674
Kroger 363, 450, 481, 515, 619, 656, 661, 675, 706, 715 & 729.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8615
Koegel Meats, Kroger New Market 115, 277, 407, 419, 424, 436, 437, 635, 795, Oleson's 606, 607, 608, 609, Riverside Market Durand and Montrose.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8659
Kroger 449, 455, 528, 622, 684, 716, 737, 757 & 774.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8682
Kroger 361, 366, 444, 526, 632, 634, 639, 720, 721, 759, meat: 680, 681, 793, 811, 852, 884, 887, 888, 890, Polly's Food Service 12, 14, 16, 5 & 6.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8664
Kroger 461, 620, 637, 649, 650, 651, 704, 754, Medstar Ambulance Utica, Clinton Township, Lapeer, Clarkston, Lincoln Park & Southfield.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8641
Education and advocacy of membership.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8642
Education and advocacy of membership.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8681
Kroger 464, 487, 492, 724 & 743.
1-800-321-6406 #8648
Education and advocacy of membership.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8676
Education and advocacy of membership.
Hollywood Market 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 & 6.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8649
Education and advocacy of membership.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8671
Kroger 445, 454, 495, 663, 710 & 784.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8618
CVS Pharmacy 8267, Rite Aid 2509, 2731, 3356, 3452, 3667, 4266, 4270, 4310, 4309, 4310, 4317, 4319, 4322, 4332, 4334, 4335, 4338, 4340, 4355, 4358, 4362, 4366, 4368, 4377, 4402, 4409, 4438, 4440, 4442, 4445, 4466, 4485, 4498, 4504, 4512, 4519, 4526, 4537, 4545, 4559, 4588, 4595, 4694, 4697, 4703, 4761, 4806, 4897 & 4943.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8672
Kroger 440, 447, 448, 463, 486, 602, 642, 652, 658, 685, 776.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8619
Adhesive Systems, Alexander & Hornung, Amcane Sugar, Antolin, Beacon Park, Bonnie Maid, Cattleman's, Darling, Dearborn Sausage, Diversified Chemical, Diversitak, Operating Engineers Local 324 and Clerical, Provincial House, Restaurant Depot, Sheet Metal Workers Local 80, Sheet Metal Workers Local 292, Smith Meat Packing, Society St. Vincent DePaul, Turri's Italian Foods, Winter Sausage, Wolverine Packing.
Keith Schilling
Organizer
1-800-321-6406
Education and advocacy of membership.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8670
St. Vincent DePaul, Restaurant Depot, Wolverine Packing, Turri's Italian Foods, Beacon Park and Winters Sausage.
1-800-321-6406 extension #8643
Kroger 364, 365, 442, 520, 605, 670, 671, 688, 689, 703, 707, People's Food Co-op.
Stephanie.Villalpando@ufcw876.org
1-800-321-6406 extension #8629
Kroger 415, 458, 576, 577, 578, 579, 693, 708, 775 & 864.
UFCW 876 Worker Organizing
Don't let your hard work go unrecognized. Get a voice in the workplace, contact our organizing department at 1.888.485.9671.
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