Supporting UA Members, Their Families, and Communities in Times of Need
UA Charitable Trust
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Your support of the UA Charitable Trust directly impacts the lives of UA members and families facing hardship. When you donate, you help provide emergency assistance, disaster relief, and vital community services when they’re needed most. Join us in upholding the UA’s tradition of solidarity and compassion–every contribution truly makes a difference.
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What Is the UA Charitable Trust?
The UA Charitable Trust is the United Association’s primary vehicle for charitable giving, disaster relief, and community support. Established to provide financial assistance and resources to UA members and their loved ones facing hardship, the Trust also champions a wide range of charitable initiatives and outreach efforts. Whether responding to natural disasters, medical emergencies, or supporting vital community programs, the UA Charitable Trust ensures that no member stands alone in times of crisis.
How the UA Charitable Trust Helps
Emergency Financial Assistance
The Trust provides direct financial support to UA members and their families facing unexpected hardships, such as serious illness, injury, loss of a loved one or natural disasters.
Disaster Relief
When hurricanes, floods, wildfires, or other disasters strike, the UA Charitable Trust mobilizes quickly to provide emergency aid, helping members rebuild their homes and lives.
Community Outreach
The Trust supports various programs that benefit the broader community, including food drives, holiday giving campaigns, and partnerships with local charities.
Support for Families
From helping families of fallen members to supporting those affected by serious health challenges, the UA Charitable Trust is there with compassion and resources.
Partnerships with Key Organizations
The Trust collaborates with respected organizations such as the Angel Names Association, Project HEAT’S ON, and the Canada-Ukraine Foundation, extending the UA’s reach and impact.
Impactful Initiatives and Success Stories
The UA Charitable Trust has a long history of making a difference in the lives of UA members and their communities. Some recent examples include:
- Angel Names Association
UA members have organized fundraising events, such as 5k walks to support families affected by stillbirth and infant loss. - Project HEAT’S ON
This initiative provides free furnace repairs and safety checks for elderly and low-income homeowners, helping vulnerable community members stay safe and warm during the winter months. - Canada-Ukraine Foundation
UA Locals have raised funds to assist Ukrainians in need, demonstrating the UA’s commitment to global solidarity and humanitarian relief. - Transitional Housing Renovations
UA Locals, such as Local 562, in partnership with Missouri Women in the Trades, have volunteered plumbing services to renovate transitional housing for families in need.
These stories reflect the spirit of generosity, service, and unity that defines the UA Charitable Trust.
How UA Members and Locals Can Get Involved
The strength of the UA Charitable Trust comes from the collective action of UA members, Local Unions, and signatory contractors across North America. Here’s how you can help:
Volunteer
Participate in local outreach events, fundraising campaigns, and community service projects.
Donate
Contributions to the UA Charitable Trust go directly to supporting members and communities in need.
Partner
Collaborate with local organizations and charities to expand the impact of the Trust’s efforts.
Share Your Story
If you or your Local Union has been helped by the Trust or has led a successful charity initiative, share your experience to inspire others.
The UA Charitable Trust encourages every member to embody the union’s core values of brotherhood, compassion, and service–making a tangible difference in the lives of others.
Why the UA Charitable Trust Matters
In the piping trades, solidarity is not just a slogan; it is a way of life. The UA Charitable Trust ensures that, in times of hardship or disaster, UA members and their families have a safety net and a supportive community to rely on. The Trust also reinforces the UA’s legacy of giving back, strengthening the bonds between members and the neighborhoods they serve.
