Did you know? While most Kroger stores around the country are unionized with United Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW), some Kroger stores in Virginia are non-union. That’s because for the last 20 years Kroger has been running an aggressive anti-union campaign to keep the union out of new stores in the Richmond and Tidewater area.
Read MoreLearn how Addie Wyatt rose from a Chicago meatpacking worker to become the first Black woman International Vice President of the UFCW International Union and a civil rights leader. Her courage continues to inspire the work we do every day—to organize, to advocate, and to build a better future for working people.
Read MoreMany thanks to everyone who engaged in our recent election process. Whether you accepted a nomination, stepped up to serve, or took time to cast your ballot, your participation is what helps keep our union strong.
Read MoreThis case is an important reminder of why unions exist. You don’t call your union representative only when you think you’ve done something wrong. Sometimes you need the union when you’ve done everything right—but management still gets it wrong.
Read MoreWomen like Mendy, Ami, and April show what union leadership looks like on the ground — standing up for coworkers, solving problems, and making sure every member has someone in their corner.
This Women’s History Month, we’re proud to recognize the women across our union who step forward to lead and help keep our union strong. ✊
Read MoreWe know you work hard to get ahead and your union membership can help you. Your UFCW 227 union contract can help you have a full time job if you want one. It is one of the many ways our union makes work better.
Read MoreAcross Kentucky, UFCW 227 members are proving that solidarity doesn’t stop at the workplace. Whether it’s fighting for fairness on the job or showing up for neighbors in need, our union is rooted in the belief that strong communities and strong unions go hand in hand.
Read MoreWhen becoming a steward at UFCW Local 227 you automatically take on the role of a leader. But what exactly define you as a good leader? With that question in mind we have pulled together some defining characteristics of what not only makes a leader but what makes a GOOD leader.
Read MoreAfter more than six years with his employer and a solid work record, Jeffrey Gambrel was suddenly suspended and then terminated. The decision came as a shock. Beyond the emotional toll, it created immediate fear and uncertainty — the kind that hits hard when you’re responsible for providing for your family.
Like many members would, Jeffrey reached out to his union. Read more to learn what happened.
Read More🌟 Pro tip: Take a few minutes to log into UnionPlus.org and explore all the benefits available to you — many members find savings and services they didn’t even know existed.
Read MoreIf you signed up for union member only elective insurance coverage through Lincoln Financial read and save this guide to help you file future claims. When you need those benefits you’ll be fighting an illness, or a family member will be trying to figure out how to access benefits they know nothing about.
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It’s crunch time! Time to get those last minute gifts before the holidays. If you’re looking for some ideas, here are some union made products that will make great gifts this season!
Read MoreHere are 5 mistakes Union Stewards make that can and should be avoided.
Read MoreThe holidays are the busiest time of year in our industries, and no one feels that more than the members who keep our stores running and our communities fed. During long shifts, packed aisles, and last-minute rushes, the thing that gets us through is the same thing that makes our union strong year-round: we look out for each other. Click through to learn how we look out for each other.
Read MoreExplore some ideas for gifts using UnionPlus discounts for UFCW 227 members.
Read MoreLearn more about union member only prescription savings.
Read MoreHow to start preparing for Thanksgiving and rake in the savings from your UFCW 227 Membership
Read MoreUFCW 227 members who work at Kroger, Dawn Foods, Prairie Farms Dairy, Jackson House and Banks Grocery. Good news, this year you will be automatically enrolled if you already have coverage and qualify for 2026 coverage.
Read MoreIt’s important to report injuries that happen at work no matter how small.
Read MoreJoin the fun this fall as you explore an underwater world glowing with giant, gourd-geous pumpkins — all glowing and glowing beneath the surface! Back by popular demand, this immersive experience is packed with family-friendly fun and festive fall vibes.
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