"The Labor movement and the United Way movement have a lot in common-
we have a rich history and heritage of caring about human needs, justice,
fairness and opportunity. We succeed together when we put our community first.”
Brian A. Gallagher, President and Chief Executive Officer, United Way of America
The United Way of York County is proud of the long-standing partnership we enjoy with organized labor. Since 1974, we have worked together with Labor Community Services of the York-Adams Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, to improve people’s lives and put our community first. Labor representatives serve in key roles within United Way by serving on the Board of Directors, Campaign Cabinet and other volunteer capacities.
The AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison/Director of Labor Participation supports the programmatic workplan of the Labor Council. Below is a list of activities and community services: for detailed information, click on a topic or contact Alan Vandersloot, AFL-CIO Community Services Liaison/Director of Labor Participation.
http://www.yorkadamslabor.org/
Involve Labor in your United Way Campaign, your Company and your Community
Salvation Army Holiday Projects
Again this year, Labor volunteers will be “RINGING THE BELLS” to raise funds for this well respected partner agency whose mission is to support thousands of people facing difficult economic circumstances. For the first time, the York-Adams Central Labor Council, AFL-CIO, will sponsor two holiday projects in York County.
YORK- On Saturday, December 3, volunteers will sponsor the Salvation Army red kettle at the Big K-Mart Department Store in East York between the hours of 9 a.m. and 8 p.m. Last year’s collection of over $800 was one of the most successful during the Salvation Army's holiday campaign.
HANOVER- On Saturday, December 17, volunteers will be located in the North Hanover Mall near the entrance to the former Bon Ton store.
For volunteer opportunities, please call Alan Vandersloot at 771-3806
Assistance for Laid Off or Dislocated Workers
The United Way is represented on the York County “Rapid Response” team coordinated through the PA Department of Labor & Industry.
Employees affected by mass lay-offs and plant closings are provided with useful information regarding unemployment compensation,
job search or training assistance. Employees also receive information about other local human service resources available
during their transition to new employment.
Letter Carriers’ Food Drive
This national food drive is conducted annually on the second Saturday in May. In York County, U.S. Postal Service "Letter Carriers" collect non-perishable food items that are distributed to various local food banks serving needy residents.
On Saturday, May 8, 2011, the food drive collected approximately 80,000 pounds (40 tons) in York County. Sponsored locally by NALC Branch 509 and the Rural Letter Carriers Association in cooperation with the U.S. Postal Service..
York County Youth Yellow Pages
This unique booklet was developed to provide assistance to youth facing a variety of problems and issues. It is a resource guide that helps young people find out where to go for information, help and support for everyday situations. Limited quantities are currently available to schools and agencies. Call 771-3806 for information.
United Way “Drop-in Center for the Unemployed"
Since 1992, the Center has provided confidential information and referral services to a variety of local human services programs in the region.
-Call (717) 843-6688 to leave messages and someone will return your call.
-Click here to view the “Coping with Unemployment” booklet available through the United Way.
Union Community Activist Network (UCAN) Training
Volunteers from various labor unions learn about the public and private services available to their coworkers and families for emergency situations, layoffs,
plant closings, local human-service programs, health-care problems, retirement planning and volunteering. The UCAN training course will also enhance attendees’
leadership skills.
The York-Adams Labor Council has been honored as a ten year participating group with the PennDOT "Adopt A Highway" program in York County.
In a recent project, Bob Woods joined our group at our "adopted" site on Route 24/ Winterstown Road.
Pictured are: [L to R]- Dick Boyd; Joyce Vandersloot; Sandy Sanders; Rona Elliot; Alan Vandersloot; Bob Woods; Skip Wills and Earl Grove.
Some chilly but cheerful volunteers during our annual Salvation Army bell ringing project at the K-Mart Department Store in East York.
