Education Program
We believe in the promise of America. A promise that our children can lead better lives than ours. A promise that with hard work and standing up for our rights, we can make a decent living that includes a good wage, health care, and retirement.
As part of that belief, there are many opportunities for members to learn to advance their learning and skills. A key part of that can be in becoming a steward, getting involved as a leader in a bargaining committee or contract action team.
Members are also encouraged to get active in the political and lobbying work to make better laws and get strong candidates elected to office and there are chances throughout the year to participate in these activities.
Scholarships - The Deadline for the UFCW 21 Scholarship is February 15, 2012.
Another opportunity is our annual scholarship program. Here are the types of scholarships being offered to UFCW 21 members and their spouses, domestic partners, and dependents:
Six Full-Time Student Scholarship: $2,000
Four Part-Time Student Scholarship: $1,000
Two First in Family Scholarship: $2,000
Two Social Justice Scholarship: $3,000
One Four-Year Scholarship of $4,000 will be awarded for 4 years of tuition.
Click here for the 2012 Scholarship Application.
Our 2011 UFCW 21 Scholarships were awarded in May. Click here for a list of 2011 scholarship winners.
Watch this space for into on 2012 scholarship applications when they become available early in the year.
